Registered Dietitian - Behavioral Health (PRN/Contingent)

Acadia Healthcare; West Bloomfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Henry Ford Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join our multidisciplinary care team on a PRN/Contingent basis at the West Bloomfield, MI location. The role focuses on evidence-based nutrition for behavioral health patients, supporting recovery and managing medical and psychiatric conditions.

Responsibilities include nutrition assessments, menu approvals, counseling, and collaboration with the medical team. RD/RDN credentials and ServSafe certification are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field acceptable for licensure.
• Experience with eating disorders and substance use disorders preferred.
• Behavioral health, psychiatric, hospital, or residential treatment settings preferred.
• Current RD/RDN credential required or eligible for state endorsement.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess nutritional needs and develop dietary-care plans with counseling.
• Approve patient menus and nutritional supplements.
• Advise patients and families on nutrition principles and food choices.
• Provide nutritional assessments per facility policy.
• Review and approve menus and diet manuals with staff.
• Counsel individuals and groups on nutrition and healthy eating habits.
• Consult with physicians to determine needs and restrictions.
• Participate in treatment team as appropriate.
• Promote health by speaking about nutrition and disease prevention.
• Monitor food service operations for compliance with standards.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Dietary planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics/Nutrition

Tools

ServSafe Certification

RD/RDN credential

Job description

Henry Ford Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join our multidisciplinary care team on a PRN/Contingent basis at the West Bloomfield, MI location. The role focuses on evidence-based nutrition for behavioral health patients, supporting recovery and managing medical and psychiatric conditions.

Responsibilities include nutrition assessments, menu approvals, counseling, and collaboration with the medical team. RD/RDN credentials and ServSafe certification are required.