Registered Dietitian / Nutritionist

Elder Services of Berkshire County, Inc.; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Elder Services of Berkshire County County, Inc. in Pittsfield, MA seeks a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist to oversee menu review, nutrient analysis, nutrition education and counseling, and food-safety oversight across Berkshire, Franklin, and North Quabbin areas.

This role integrates direct care with community education and requires site visits to Dining Centers and HDM kitchens. The position supports program operations, staff training, and collaboration with the Nutrition Program Director,

Qualifications

• RD credential required.
• Experience in menu planning and nutrient analysis for elderly nutrition programs.
• Ability to conduct nutrition education programs and counseling.
• Familiarity with food safety inspections and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct menu review and nutrient analysis for HDM and Congregate meals.
• Provide nutrition education and counseling to clients and community members.
• Perform safety inspections and ensure compliance at dining sites and kitchens.
• Lead staff trainings and support quality improvement within the Nutrition Department.
• Coordinate site visits across Berkshire, Franklin, and North Quabbin areas.
• Enter results into the WellSky A&D database.

Skills

Nutrition education

Nutrient analysis

Counseling

Dietary assessment

Public outreach

Quality improvement

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD) credential

Tools

Computrition

WellSky A&D

Choke Saver

ServSafe

Job description

The Registered Dietitian / Nutritionist is responsible for nutrition-related needs encompassing menu review and nutrient analysis, nutrition education and counseling, food safety inspections, program support, and staff training. This position serves two agencies and requires site visits across Berkshire and Franklin Counties and the North Quabbin area. The ideal candidate is passionate about nutrition, committed to serving older adults, and skilled in both direct care and community education.

Responsibilities

• Safety & Compliance: Conduct food safety and sanitation inspections twice yearly at each Dining Center, Luncheon Club, and Home Delivered Meal (HDM) kitchens. Monitor certification of Choke Saver and ServSafe for each site. Conduct one-yearly food safety and sanitation inspection of the caterer's Boston-based kitchen to ensure compliance with state regulations; perform follow-up inspections as necessary. Conduct site visits and inspections for broader program compliance across service areas.
• Menus & Nutrient Analysis: Create, review, and/or edit monthly menus HDM and Congregate meals based on Standards and Policies for the Massachusetts Elderly Nutrition Program. Enter menu information into the statewide Computrition software program. Analyze the nutritional value of all HDM and Congregate meals using Computrition. Evaluate the nutritional content of therapeutic and other special meals provided by caterers. Support menu planning across program sites to ensure high nutritional standards are met. Perform nutrient analysis and maintain accurate, timely reports. Send monthly menus to meal sites and media.
• Education & Community Outreach: Prepare and submit an annual nutrition education plan to the AGE state nutritionist. Conduct two nutrition education programs per year at each dining center and luncheon club; all presentations must include a lesson plan and evaluation component. Deliver nutrition education to community members and staff at local venues throughout the Berkshire community. Develop and submit lesson plans, handouts, and evaluation tools. Write or revise and edit a monthly nutrition education column for the back of the printed HDM menu. Write or revise and edit newspaper articles for The Good Life and contribute articles to the Berkshire Senior newspaper. Serve as the agency's primary resource on nutrition-related topics.
• Counseling & Direct Care: Review and approve therapeutic meal requests for consumers. Counsel prospective consumers with life-threatening allergies. Conduct nutrition assessments and provide nutritional counseling through Home visits, Telehealth (video), Phone consultations. Enter results into the Wellsky A&D database.
• Training & Staff Development: Lead ongoing trainings for staff and volunteers on nutrition-related topics. Support quality improvement practices within the Nutrition Department.
• Administrative: Attend meetings and conferences designated by the Nutrition Program Director, including the Executive Office of Aging and Independence (AGE) quarterly nutritionist group meetings. Prepare monthly activity reports and other reports as requested. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Nutrition Program Director, other supervisory staff, or a member of the management team.

Requirements

• Education & Licensure: Registered Dietitian (RD) credential