Walden - Registered Dietitian

Walden Eating Disorders; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the healthcare sector is seeking a dedicated Registered Dietitian to join their team. This position involves providing clinical nutrition and dietary plans, conducting nutrition assessments, and delivering effective education to patients and families. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring a collaborative approach to care for individuals with eating disorders. The organization values inclusivity and offers a supportive environment for professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess strong communication skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Dietetics or Nutrition required.
• Experience in Eating Disorder Services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical nutrition and meal plans to patients.
• Conduct nutrition assessments and document patient issues.
• Supervise meals and provide nutrition education.

Skills

Medical nutrition therapy

Motivational interviewing

Nutrition counseling

Group education

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

Master’s Degree in Dietetics or Nutrition

Tools

Nutrition assessment documentation

Meal planning software

Job description

Grow with us!

Registered Dietitian

Walden Behavioral Care

Westborough, MA

Walden Behavioral Care is one of the only rapidly-growing, leading national specialty healthcare systems dedicated to serving all genders and offering the full continuum of care for people with all types of eating disorders. We currently have 14 locations on the East Coast in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Georgia. Over the past 15 years, utilizing our state-of-the-art evidence-based, personalized approach to care, we have helped over 20,000 people on their road to recovery. Headquartered in Massachusetts, we have over 450 employees who are dedicated to helping people with eating disorders get the help they need and deserve. Learn more at www.waldenbehavioralcare.com or www.waldeneatingdisorders.com.

The Registered Dietitian provides clinical nutrition and dietary plans under the supervision of the Director of Ambulatory Nutrition Services.

This is a FT 30 hour/week position on-site.

Total Rewards:

Discover a rewarding career with us and enjoy an array of comprehensive benefits! We prioritize your success and well-being, providing:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Retirement
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and short-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid time off
• Professional development
• And many more!

At Walden, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, where we celebrate our employees, our patients, and the communities we work with. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions only you can bring in terms of your education, culture, opinions, experience, and background. Join us and find out how you can make a difference today.

Responsibilities Include:

• Provides clinical nutrition and meal plans in a manner consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Walden Behavioral Care.
• Provide nutrition assessments to all patients and accurately and thoroughly document nutritional assessment and patient issues using appropriate clinical terminology.
• Perform individual and group nutrition therapy.
• Provide meal plan/guide outlines and work with patients towards nutrition rehabilitation.
• Participate in treatment team planning and discharge planning.
• Provide effective nutrition education to patients and families.
• Communicate progress and activities related to treatment and continuing care plans on an ongoing basis to the patient, family, treatment team, referral source, and other individuals involved in the patient’s care.
• Supervise breakfast, lunch, and snacks while providing meal coaching to clients, as needed.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Dietetics or Nutrition.

Experience:

• Experience providing direct nutritional care in an Eating Disorder Service and Mental Health setting, preferred.
• Experience with menu planning and therapeutic diets in a healthcare setting, required.

Licensure/Certification:

• Licensed Dietitian with the state of MA.
• Registered Dietitian with the Commission on Registration from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND).
• CPR Certification.

Knowledge:

• Medical nutrition therapy.
• Motivational interviewing.
• Nutrition care process.
• Nutrition counseling.
• Group education.

Required competencies:

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to prioritize independently.
• Ability to multi-task in a changing and fast-paced mental health environment.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.

Supervision Received:

• Monthly RD group supervision and individual supervision with the coordinator of nutrition services and senior nutrition consultant.