Remote Fractional RD/RDN for Youth Nutrition & Menu Strategy

EmotiCare, Inc.; Scottsdale (AZ); Remote; USD 83,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

EmotiCare, Inc. in Arizona is seeking a fractional Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) to lead menu oversight and nutrition services for youth in residential facilities.

This independent contractor role offers flexible, part-time scheduling with remote work and occasional on-site travel within the state. You will review menus, perform nutrient analyses, develop rotating menus for children and adolescents, provide staff training, and ensure compliance with Arizona codes and nutrition

Qualifications

• Current Registered Dietitian or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Professional liability insurance appropriate for independent consulting services.
• Experience with institutional menu planning and nutrient analysis.
• Knowledge of food allergies, dietary accommodations, substitutions, and special nutritional needs.
• Ability to provide services as an independent contractor.
• Strong written communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to provide verification of credentials and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Review existing menus and assess nutrition quality.
• Perform nutrient analysis and propose revisions.
• Develop a 12-week rotating menu aligned with identified nutritional needs.
• Create an approved food-substitution list.
• Ensure menus meet the needs of children and adolescents.
• Complete annual review of menus, nutrients, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide on-call consultation for allergies and dietary restrictions.
• Advise on Arizona Administrative Code requirements (A.A.C. R9-10-719).
• Conduct nutrition and food-service trainings for staff.
• Document menu reviews and training provided.
• Remain available for regulatory/licensing questions.

Skills

Nutritional analysis

Menu planning

Regulatory compliance

Staff training

Technical documentation

Independent contractor

Education

Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credential

Job description

EmotiCare, Inc. in Arizona is seeking a fractional Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) to lead menu oversight and nutrition services for youth in residential facilities.

This independent contractor role offers flexible, part-time scheduling with remote work and occasional on-site travel within the state. You will review menus, perform nutrient analyses, develop rotating menus for children and adolescents, provide staff training, and ensure compliance with Arizona codes and nutrition