REGISTERED DIETITIAN

California Department of Developmental Services; California; On-site; USD 72,037 - 95,652; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

California Department of Developmental Services seeks a Registered Dietitian to join the STAR Acute Crisis Homes team in Northern and Southern California. You will support individuals with developmental disabilities during acute crises, focusing on nutrition, daily living activities, and independence in a community home setting.

You will work in Tulare County with in-office telework and travel as needed, contributing to person-centered care and safety in a state facility environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
• Must be eligible for California registration as a dietitian.
• Experience or ability to work in a state facility with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide dietary assessments and nutrition planning for STAR Acute Crisis Homes.
• Support activities of daily living and promote nutrition independence.
• Ensure safety, compliance with policies, and compassionate person-centered care.

Education

Registered Dietitian certification (CDR)

Job description

Job Description And Duties

The Department of Developmental Services (Department) is seeking compassionate and dedicated individuals to join their team at the Stabilization Training Assessment Re‑Integration (STAR) Acute Crisis Homes. As a member of the STAR team, you will work to provide support to individuals with developmental disabilities during times of acute crisis. This role requires individuals who are passionate about person‑centered care, and who are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. STAR currently provides assistance to adolescents (11‑17 years old) and adults (18 years of age and older) who are receiving regional center services. The STAR homes are four to five bed homes in community settings (Vacaville, Springville, and Costa Mesa).

As a member of the Department STAR team, you will work in a community home setting where you will be responsible for assisting individuals with activities of daily living, providing emotional support, and promoting independence. This is an incredibly rewarding position for individuals who are passionate about helping others and who want to make a positive impact in their community. If you are looking for a career where you can truly make a difference, then we encourage you to apply for a role with the Department STAR Acute Crisis Homes today.

Effective July 1, 2025, State employees are subject to a salary reduction of three percent in exchange for five hours per month of the Personal Leave.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Must be able to drive up to 300 miles per day and travel to locations throughout Northern (for N. STAR) and Southern (for S. STAR) California. Works extended hours or varying shifts specific to operational needs. Travel may require overnight stays.

This position requires lawful authorization to work in the United States. The Department does not sponsor employment visas for this position.

Pursuant to California Government Code requirements, candidates must be residents of the State of California at the time of appointment.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-526166

Position #(s): 472-911-2167-001

Working Title: Registered Dietitian

Classification: REGISTERED DIETITIAN

Salary range: $6,455.00 - $8,571.00 T

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Tulare County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent Intermittent - 707 Hours

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

CERTIFICATION OR LICENSE

Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. (Applicants with proof of eligibility to apply for registration will be admitted to the examination but must become registered to be eligible for appointment.).

Desirable Qualifications

Knowledge of : Empathetic understanding of individuals with developmental disabilities (IDD) with co-occurring mental health and behavioral conditions and a willingness to work in a state facility. Possess and maintain sufficient strength, agility, endurance, alertness, keenness of observation, tact, patience, emotional stability, and sensory ability to perform the duties contained in this duty statement.

Ability to: Work with individuals with developmental disabilities (e.g., autistic spectrum disorder, intellectual disability) and severe behavioral (e.g., aggression, self‑injurious behavior, property destruction, and elopement) and psychiatric conditions and symptoms (e.g., psychosis, mood disorders, PTSD, and suicidal ideation).

Benefits

As a state employee working for the Department of Developmental Services, you and your family will have access to excellent medical, dental and vision insurance benefits in addition to retirement benefits.

Benefit Eligibility May Be Based On Job Classification, Bargaining Unit, Time Base And Length Of Appointment. Additional Benefits May Also Be Outlined For Specific Bargaining Units In Employee Collective Bargaining Contracts. For More Information, Please Visit The Links Below:

State Employees - CalHR Benefits Website

CalPERS Health Benefit Summary 2026

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.dds.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:
Aira Dandoy
[phone]
[e-mail]
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

Equal Employment Opportunity Office
[phone]
[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The next cut-off dates for this job posting are:

• 08/07/2026
• 08/21/2026
• 09/04/2026
• Electronic application submission is highly encouraged.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment. This recruitment may be utilized to fill future vacancies that may occur during the life of the certification list.
• Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting Minimum Qualifications with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the Minimum Qualifications, the candidate may be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the California Department of Human Resources.

CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION

Do NOT include ANY confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts.

Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver's license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.