What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dietitian position at Jefferson County Board Developmental Disabilities?
Jefferson County Board Developmental Disabilities (JCBDD) is seeking a Part-time Dietitian for our residential facility located in Steubenville, OH. The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.
If you are looking a new career with the opportunity to make a difference in the life of an individual with developmental disabilities look no further and come join our team today!
Responsibilities
- Assess the nutritional needs of residents and develop individualized meal plans.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines.
- Monitor and document residents' nutritional status and progress.
- Provide nutrition education and counseling to residents, families, and staff.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve residents' overall health and well-being.
- Provide coverage in multiple buildings based on company needs.
- Develops an intervention plan which includes appropriate feeding route, mode, and nutrition prescription unique to patient's specific needs, in accordance with physicians' orders.
- Monitors and evaluates patient response to interventions by meeting specific measurable goals documented in the nutrition care plan in a timely and thorough manner in the medical record.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.
- Registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration.
- Hold a Certification/License in good standing within the State of Ohio.
- Knowledge of state survey process and compliance with nutrition care regulations (preferred, but not required).
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Maintain a positive attitude and effectively communicate with building occupants, administration, and JCBDD leadership to perform daily tasks.
- Compliance with COVID-19 vaccination policies
Our Mission: Building a Community of Belonging
Our Vision: Recognize ability
Working Conditions may exist that are not such as normally exist in the occupation of a public employee. These conditions may include: Exposure to blood-borne pathogens, communicable diseases, potential infectious materials, hazardous chemicals and/or aggressive behavior.
E.O.E.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Medical Specialty:
- Dietetics
Schedule:
- Choose your own hours
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Steubenville, OH 43952 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $40
