Pediatric Dietitian for Early Intervention

ESC Region 3; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 67,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

ESC Region 3 in Victoria, TX is seeking a Registered Dietitian – ECI to provide nutrition assessment, counseling, and intervention services for children from birth to age three with developmental delays and disabilities. The RD partners with families to support growth, offers guidance, and collaborates with the ECI team in home and community settings.

The role requires regular travel across counties, a BS/MS in Nutrition or Dietetics, RD certification, and Texas licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field.
• Current registration as a Registered Dietitian (RD) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Current Texas state licensure as a Licensed Dietitian.
• One year of experience providing nutrition services, preferably in pediatrics, early intervention, or family-centered settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct nutrition assessments, including dietary intake, feeding history, growth measurements, and risk factors.
• Partner with families to develop nutrition plans and embed strategies into daily routines.
• Provide individualized nutrition counseling to address growth concerns, feeding difficulties, and special dietary needs.
• Participate in screenings and evaluations as part of the ECI interdisciplinary team.
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of IFSPs, including nutrition goals.
• Collaborate with medical providers, therapists, and ECI staff to coordinate care.
• Provide education and consultation to families and staff on nutrition and healthy eating practices.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with guidelines.

Skills

Pediatric nutrition

Family coaching

Communication with families

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nutrition/Dietetics

RD certification (CDR)

Texas licensure as Licensed Dietitian

Job description

ESC Region 3 in Victoria, TX is seeking a Registered Dietitian – ECI to provide nutrition assessment, counseling, and intervention services for children from birth to age three with developmental delays and disabilities. The RD partners with families to support growth, offers guidance, and collaborates with the ECI team in home and community settings.

The role requires regular travel across counties, a BS/MS in Nutrition or Dietetics, RD certification, and Texas licensure.