Public Health Dietitian & Nutrition Educator

Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians; Michigan; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians is seeking a Dietitian to deliver Medical Nutrition Therapy and counseling in community programs.

The role supports education, screening activities, and collaboration with the health team to optimize nutritional care. Responsibilities include developing therapeutic diets, counseling patients and families, contributing to grant-funded initiatives, and mentoring dietetic students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dietetics required.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Certified Registered Dietitian with ongoing Dietetic registration and CE requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan therapeutic diets based on medical and physical conditions.
• Instruct patients and families on nutritional principles and plans.
• Consult with health care team on nutritional care.
• Plan and participate in community education and screenings.
• Develop articles for tribal paper and program website.
• Review menus and make recommendations.
• Assist with grant proposals and funding requirements.
• Maintain office appearance and function.

Skills

MNT knowledge

Counseling skills

Nutrition Care Process

Public health experience

Effective communication

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Bachelor's in Dietetics

Master's degree preferred

Tools

EHR software

Word processing

Spreadsheet

Database software

Job description

Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians is seeking a Dietitian to deliver Medical Nutrition Therapy and counseling in community programs.

The role supports education, screening activities, and collaboration with the health team to optimize nutritional care. Responsibilities include developing therapeutic diets, counseling patients and families, contributing to grant-funded initiatives, and mentoring dietetic students.