Early Intervention Registered Dietitian (Part-time)

Overview

We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Registered Dietitian to play a pivotal role in fostering developmental milestones and enhancing the overall well-being of our youngest clients.

Want to work for a company that….

• Was recently named a PA Best Place to Work.
• Welcomes both entry level and experienced individuals. 
• Creates systems like UCP Listens to encourage and collect anonymous feedback from all staff.
• Commits to an open-door policy so that problems are heard and addressed in a timely fashion. 
• Recognizes you for your hard work and success and allows for peer-to-peer recognition.
• Creates opportunities for you to grow your income and knowledge through programs like UCP’s Career Pathfinder.
• Rewards you for referring your friends and family to join our team, how’s an extra $1,000 sound?
• Provides you with a comprehensive paid orientation to equip you for success.
• Provides a variety of schedule options to fit your lifestyle.
• Recognizes, embraces, and values everyone’s unique diversity.

Who are we?

At UCP Central PA, we share a passion and a purpose: to empower people of diverse abilities to live a meaningful life through innovative support and services. We also work to relentlessly pursue a vision of communities that embrace the abilities of every individual. If you would like to start an exciting job with a company committed to excellence and innovation, all while doing what we do, please consider joining the UCP of Central PA team!

When it comes to where you work, we know you’ve got choices…here’s what we provide:

• Position Status: Part-time, less than 20 hours each week
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, hours flexible to meet referral needs
• Location: We're looking for someone to build a caseload in Lower Cumberland and Franklin-Fulton Counties. Must be willing to work in these Counties.  
• Benefits may include: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan with Company Match, Life and Disability Insurance, Company Contributions to Your Health Savings Account, Paid Time Off, and more!
• Same day pay available with Tapcheck!
• Professional development including the opportunity to participate in the Infant Toddler Service Delivery Learning Path sponsored by EITA PA.  
• As a non-profit employer, UCP participates with the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program - full-time employees may be eligible for the remaining balance on their Direct Loans to be forgiven!

Responsibilities

Here’s what to expect as a Registered Dietitian:

• Assist in developing outcomes, strategies, and data collection methods based on the child’s Evaluation Report (ER) and Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
• Ensure the identification, development, and implementation of nutritional therapy activities to meet the needs of the family and child in accordance with the child’s IFSP.
• Assess the needs, interest, and abilities of the family and child to determine appropriate ways to achieve optimum nutritional requirements for children with nutritional risks, calorie needs for nutrient deficiencies or excesses, growth concerns, management of supplemental feedings, weaning, and feeding transitions.
• Assess on an ongoing basis the functional skills of the child in the areas of nutritional and growth needs and healthy eating habits within the family structure.
• Provide families with individual session notes that include the outcome, strategies used, recommendations, and plans for the next session.
• Provide updates and information for quarterly reviews and annual evaluations in accordance with county guidelines to allow for adequate planning when determining the child's continued eligibility.
• Provide support and feedback to families/caregivers with suggestions and strategies to assist their child in achieving their IFSP goal.
• Develop and implement new policies and/or procedures within the functional area to support the continuous improvement of operational effectiveness and efficiency.
• Assist in the coordination of nutritional therapy services in compliance with governmental policies and standards.
• Complete all Agency and county paperwork required for new referrals and ongoing services within outlined timelines.
• Develop a positive rapport with community medical staff and specialists to foster support of the children and families of the Early Intervention program. 

Qualifications

Minimum requirements as a Registered Dietitian:

• Bachelor’s degree within a related discipline expected and 2 to 5 years of learning experience
• Or Master’s degree within a related discipline and 0 to 2 years of learning experience
• Completion of an Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) approved program
• PA State licensure or eligible for licensure
• Eligible for PA Promise Enrollment
• Not on CMS Exclusion List
• A valid driver’s license and 6 months of previous driving experience
• Access to regular use of a vehicle with valid insurance coverage
• Ability to communicate, read, write, and interpret English

Preferred, but not required:

• One year of prior experience working with children/pediatrics

If you are still reading, we should talk! Apply today, we would love to hear your story and share ours.

UCP Central PA is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to jobs@ucpcentralpa.org. 

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