Residential Dietitian for Eating Disorders

LGTC Group; Los Gatos (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

LGTC Group in California is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a residential program serving adults and adolescents. You will conduct nutritional assessments, design meal plans, and provide on-table coaching during meals, integrating nutrition with psychiatric care.

You will collaborate with nurses, clinicians, and kitchen staff, participate in treatment planning, and help families. On-site shifts with structured onboarding and ongoing supervision, with opportunities to advance within the

Qualifications

• RD or eligibility to register through the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
• Degree in dietetics or nutrition from an accredited program with supervised practice.
• Graduate degree may be required for CDR eligibility after Jan 1, 2024.

Responsibilities

• Complete nutritional assessments at admission and tailor plans for each client.
• Design, monitor, and adjust meal plans as clients progress.
• Provide meal support and coaching at table to rebuild healthy relationships with food.
• Collaborate with nursing and medical staff to monitor refeeding risk.
• Coordinate with kitchen on menus, therapeutic diets, and accommodations.
• Run nutrition groups and meet clients individually; involve families in plan.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Meal planning

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Client coaching

Education

Registered Dietitian / RD eligible

Didactic program in dietetics

Job description

LGTC Group in California is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a residential program serving adults and adolescents. You will conduct nutritional assessments, design meal plans, and provide on-table coaching during meals, integrating nutrition with psychiatric care.

You will collaborate with nurses, clinicians, and kitchen staff, participate in treatment planning, and help families. On-site shifts with structured onboarding and ongoing supervision, with opportunities to advance within the