Pediatric Nutritionist & Dietitian — Kitchen & Care Leader

CHILD, Inc.; Coventry (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision plan

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

403(b) Plan

FSA

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

CHILD, Inc. is seeking a Dietitian/Nutritionist to assess children and pregnant people, plan individualized nutrition care, and guide staff across three sites in RI. You will implement nutrition plans, provide family counseling, and ensure CACFP compliance while coordinating with the Health Manager and community partners.

The role involves menu planning, staff training, annual evaluations, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to improve nutrition services for all children.

Qualifications

• RD/RDN certification required and licensed in Rhode Island.
• Experience with CACFP and childcare nutrition standards preferred.
• Ability to assess growth and nutrition status of children and pregnant people.

Responsibilities

• Perform nutritional assessments for children to identify needs.
• Develop care plans for special dietary requirements and monitor progress.
• Provide counseling to families and collaborate with health team.
• Oversee and train foodservice staff across three sites.
• Ensure CACFP compliance and assist with monthly claims.
• Plan menus and production records per CACFP rules.
• Coordinate with WIC/SNAP-Ed and community partners.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Dietary planning

Counseling families

Staff training

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN)

Licensed Dietitian (LDN)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Menu planning software

Job description

CHILD, Inc. is seeking a Dietitian/Nutritionist to assess children and pregnant people, plan individualized nutrition care, and guide staff across three sites in RI. You will implement nutrition plans, provide family counseling, and ensure CACFP compliance while coordinating with the Health Manager and community partners.

The role involves menu planning, staff training, annual evaluations, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to improve nutrition services for all children.