Dietitian Nutritionist

Munro Footwear Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A state health department is seeking a professional dietitian to work in a mental health setting. You will develop specialized diet plans, consult with patients about dietary needs, and provide education on dietary issues. The ideal candidate will be a registered dietitian with effective communication skills and experience in food preparation. The position offers a full-time schedule with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Ability to direct and instruct others in dietetic food preparation.
• Knowledgeable in planning menus to meet high nutritional standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Perform journey level professional dietetic work in a mental health setting.
• Develop menus and special diets for patients.
• Provide training and education services regarding dietary issues.

Skills

Dietetic food preparation

Menu planning

Effective communication

Teamwork

Registered dietitian certification

Job description

Position Title

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Montana State Hospital.

This position performs journey level professional dietetic work in a mental health setting; develops menus and special diets; consults with patients regarding dietary needs and issues; provides training and education services to patients regarding dietary issues; consults with other health care professionals regarding care and treatment of patients with special dietary needs.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence.

By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work / life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to direct and instruct others in dietetic food preparation.
• Knowledgeable and skilled in planning menus to meet high nutritional standards.
• Can establish and maintain cooperative working relations with others.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Work comfortably and congenially within a team-oriented work setting.
• Registered dietitian with The American Dietetic Association.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website.

When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

Resume

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended.

EEO Statement

DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer.

Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

Additional Information

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.

Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

Training Assignment: This agency may use a training assignment.

Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules.

Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary

Hourly : $

Telework Eligibility

Not Telework Eligible

Benefits Package Eligibility

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Job Details

• Number of Openings : 1
• Employee Status : Regular
• Schedule : Full-Time
• Job Type : Standard
• Shift : Day Job
• Travel : Yes, 5 % of the Time
• Primary Location : Warm Springs
• Agency : Department of Public Health & Human Services
• Union : – None
• Posting Date : Oct 9
• Closing Date : Nov 9

Required Application Materials

• Resume

Contact Information

• Contact Name : Kathleen Tarkalson | Contact Email :
• Contact Phone :

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