Dietitian jobs at State of Georgia: Teachers Retirement System of Georgia - 8 jobs
Dietitian/Nutritionist - Columbus
State of Georgia 3.9
Dietitian job at State of Georgia: Teachers Retirement System of Georgia
* Under broad supervision, plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease. * Provides nutritional assessment, education and counseling to individuals, groups or the public. * Serves as a resource on nutrition and dietetics to nurses, health educators or other health care providers in the facility.
* Recommends nutritional care plans and documents plan and progress in records.
* Serves as team leader.
* Advises clients and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans and diet modifications, and food selection and preparation.
* Assesses nutritional needs, diet restrictions and current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling.
* Consults with physicians and health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of client.
* Coordinates recipe development and standardization and develops new menus for independent food service operations.
* Counsels individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life.
* Develops curriculum and prepares manuals, visual aids, course outlines, and other materials used in teaching.
* Develops policies for food service or nutritional programs to assist in health promotion and disease control.
* Inspects meals served for conformance to prescribed diets and standards of palatability and appearance.
* Monitors food service operations to ensure conformance to nutritional, safety, sanitation and quality standards.
* Prepares and administers budgets for food, equipment and supplies. Serves as expert or organization resource in assigned areas.
* Serves as project or team leader.
* Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. For more information, visit **********************************
Employment Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.
The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:
* Drug Screening
* TB Evaluation
* Annual Influenza*
* Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
DBHDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of DBHDD to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
Bachelor's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, and three (3) years of job-related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Dietitian/Nutritionist 2 (HCP021) or position equivalent.
Bachelor's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, and three (3) years of job-related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Dietitian/Nutritionist 2 (HCP021) or position equivalent.
Additional Information
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* Requisition ID: HEA0ACK
* Number of Openings: 1
* Shift: Day Job
* Posting End Date: Feb 27, 2026
$34k-41k yearly est. 4d ago
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Clinical Dietitian - Clarks Summit State Hospital
State of Pennsylvania 2.8
Clarks Summit, PA jobs
Do you have a passion for delivering exceptional nutritional care, especially to Pennsylvania's most vulnerable populations? The Department of Human Services is seeking a skilled, energetic, and compassionate Clinical Dietitian to join our dedicated dietary services team. In this vital role, you will oversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of comprehensive nutritional care for residents at Clarks Summit State Hospital. If you are ready to build a brighter future for yourself while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others, this is the opportunity you have been waiting for!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will be responsible for planning and organizing a comprehensive patient nutrition care program, including those requiring therapeutic or prescribed diets. Responsibilities include developing, modifying, and implementing menus and individualized nutrition care plans in accordance with physicians' orders and established nutritional standards. The nutrition care program also encompasses conducting nutritional assessments, reviewing diet histories, and completing required medical record documentation. Work is performed with a high degree of initiative and independent professional judgment.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
* Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
* Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. May change based on operational needs.
* Overtime and travel: As needed
* Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
* Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
* You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Special Requirement:
* You must possess certification as a Registered Dietitian as defined by the Commission on Registration of the American Dietetic Association; or proof of eligibility for such certification.
Other Requirements:
* You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
* You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
* A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
* This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
* Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.
How to Apply:
* Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
* Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
* Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
* Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to ************************************************ and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
* 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
* Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
* Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
* Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
* You must provide complete and accurate information or:
* your score may be lower than deserved.
* you may be disqualified.
* You may only apply/test once for this posting.
* Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit ********************* and click on the benefits box.
* Eligibility rules apply.
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You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty.
Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.
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Do you possess certification as a Registered Dietitian as defined by the Commission on Registration of the American Dietetic Association, or are you eligible for certification as a Registered Dietitian?
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"If you answered 'yes' to the question above pertaining to certification as a Registered Dietitian as defined by the Commission on Registration of the American Dietetic Association, please provide your certification number and expiration date in the text box below. If you answered 'yes' to the question above pertaining to eligibility for certification as a Registered Dietitian, please attach a copy of your "Eligibility Confirmation Letter" from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), or attach a copy of your "Special Letter of Eligibility" from the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), or attach a copy of your "Authorization to Test" letter from the American College of Testing (ACT). If you answered 'no' to the question above, please type N/A in the text box below."
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Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address 613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website ****************************
$45k-59k yearly est. 3d ago
Allied - Dietician
Augusta Ga 3.6
Augusta, GA jobs
TOP RANKED TRAVEL NURSING COMPANY IN THE NATION BY BLUEPIPES Description
Ready for your next adventure? Axis Medical Staffing, one of the leading Travel Nursing Companies in the nation, has an immediate [VMS Shift] shift Dietician opening in Augusta, Georgia.
This job is expected to close within 30 days.
Job Summary
Specialty: Dietician
City: Augusta
State: Georgia
Start Date: 01/05/2026
End Date: 04/06/2026
Shift Hours: 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Active and Unencumbered State License
At least 2 years of current experience
Who you`d be working for?
Since 2004, Axis Medical Staffing has excelled in connecting adventurous travel nurses with amazing opportunities throughout the country, setting us apart from the rest. We`re not a small, inexperienced company; in fact, we offer a vast range of nationwide travel nursing contracts, rivaling even the largest corporate "big box" staffing agencies. Our passion lies in helping our travelers achieve their career goals while delivering an unforgettable travel nursing experience.
Rock Star Status
BetterNurse.org names Axis the Best Travel Nursing company in 2025
BluePipes Names Axis the #1 Travel Nursing Agency in 2024
VeryWell Health recognizes Axis as having the best customer service in 2024
Inc. 5000 Recognizes Axis Medical Staffing as a fastest growing company in 2024
Many more recognitions on our site! Check it out.
Perks of being an Axis Rock Star
Competitive Compensation Paid Weekly
Personalized Housing Options
Comprehensive & Affordable Health Insurance
Pet Friendly - We pay for pet deposits!
Company matching 401k with immediate vesting
State license and Travel reimbursement
Single point of contact recruiter
Referral program
At Axis, you`re more than just a number. With a dedicated single point of contact, join our team and enjoy an unparalleled, personalized experience. Apply today!
Axis is an Equal Opportunity Employer
$42k-52k yearly est. 11d ago
Community Dietitian Nutritionist
Open Hand Atlanta Inc. 4.3
Atlanta, GA jobs
Salary: $49,000
Residency Requirement: Primary residence must be in the state of Georgia
The Community Registered Dietitian Nutritionist will support the comprehensive nutrition care mission of Open Hand Atlanta providing a broad range of nutrition and health related consultations, educational sessions and training, as well as developing programs and educational tools to convey messages to the agency's clients, partners, and employees.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Duties/ Responsibilities
Provide individualized medical nutrition therapy in clinic, worksite, telenutrition, and home settings to include HIV/AIDS, diabetes/pre-diabetes, hypertension, weight management, kidney disease, and GI conditions, as well as nutrition across the lifecycle with a strong emphasis in senior nutrition.
Research and develop educational tools for print and electronic medium to support and reinforce client nutrition-related lifestyle and behavior changes.
Present evidenced-based curriculums and education to clients in a group setting and in the community including Diabetes Self-Management and Chronic Disease Self-Management.
Support grant-funded projects aimed at optimal nutrition and positive health behavior change. Manage outcome data for these projects.
Monitor selected nutrition, health and wellness programs to ensure optimal client reach and that nutrition benchmarks are established and achieved.
Provide telenutrition, telephone, and email support to engage clients in health-promoting behaviors.
Participate in health events across the city of Atlanta, as needed.
Provide oversight and feedback to dietetic interns throughout their rotation.
Stay abreast of current research in community nutrition, HIV/AIDS, senior nutrition, as well as chronic disease management.
Actively participate in a diverse environment across Open Hand and community partners and is a positive teammate to all employees, volunteers, and partners.
Required Skills/Abilities
Ability to perform job with accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to interact with others in a consistently pleasant manner.
Ability to meet tight deadlines with little or no supervision.
Ability to enter data into a relational database, utilize Microsoft Office Suite applications.
Ability to deal with people in multiple organizations at various organizational levels, ages, ethnicities and backgrounds.
Comfortable speaking in small and large groups.
Ability to coordinate various activities and assign tasks.
Excellent verbal and written communications.
Experience in organization and assessment of priorities is a must, as well as able to multi-task.
Work as part of a team and individually.
Education/Experience
B.S. Degree in Dietetics or related field of study from an ACEND accredited program. MS or MPH preferred.
Credentialing as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and Licensed Dietitian, State of Georgia. Or RD-eligible taking the exam within 1 month of start date.
Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of professional experience in dietetics. Experience in educational tool development, health promotion, and disease management and prevention.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office including Excel and Word. Creativity using Canva and excellent writing and public speaking skills.
Experience counseling and educating in Spanish preferred.
Physical Requirements
Local travel required to teach classes across metro Atlanta. Travel may be required for conferences and trainings.
Working vehicle, vehicle insurance, and valid driver's license.
The employee is regularly required to sit at a computer, answer the telephone and perform other office duties.
The employee is occasionally required to walk, stand, drive a car, and lift and/or move 25 pounds.
Drug Free Workplace
Open Hand is a drug free and substance abuse free work environment. All candidates hired are subject to a pre-employment drug screen. Random drug testing may be conducted by an external, neutral tester on all employees. Any perceived use of drugs or reporting to work under the influence of alcohol may be grounds for immediate dismissal.
Equal Opportunity
Open Hand is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs, and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law. Open Hand complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled employees.
$49k yearly Auto-Apply 16d ago
Dietary Services - Dietician
Augusta Ga 3.6
Augusta, GA jobs
Genie Healthcare is looking for a Dietary Services to work in Dietician for a 13 weeks travel assignment located in Augusta, GA for the Shift (5x8 Days - Please verify shift details with recruiter, 07:00:00-15:00:00, 8.00-5).
Pay and benefits packages are estimated based on client bill rate at time the job was posted. These rates are subject to change.
Exact pay and benefits vary based on several things, including, but not limited to, guaranteed hours, client changes in bill rate, experience, etc.
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401(k) with company matching (50% up to 6% of what you contribute)
$42k-52k yearly est. 10d ago
Dietitian (Clinical) Home-Based Primary Care - Recruitment/Relocation Incentive Authorized
Department of Veterans Affairs 4.4
Abilene, TX jobs
The Home Based Primary Care Dietitian plans, develops and directs all nutritional care activities for assigned Veterans, including those with complex medical and nutritional needs. The clinical dietitian supports the facility's mission and coordinates nutritional care with other health care providers, the veteran, the Veteran's caregiver and the community.
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The incumbent will be a member of HBPC providing comprehensive, interdisciplinary primary care services in the homes of Veterans with complex, chronic, and disabling disease. In addition to primary care interventions, HBPC provides palliative care, rehabilitation, disease management, and care coordination services. HBPC targets Veterans in advanced stages of chronic disease, particularly those at elevated risk for recurrent hospitalization or nursing home placement. Outcomes expected of HBPC include effective management of chronic disease and reduction of inpatient days and total cost of care. HBPC teams include representatives from medicine service, nursing, pharmacy, social work, rehabilitation, dietetics and psychology.
The incumbent is to engage the Veteran and his/her support system in a therapeutic relationship to facilitate optimal level of functioning in a home care setting. The incumbent serves as the subject matter expert in the area of medical dietetics. The incumbent will possess effective communication skills and participate as an active member of the HBPC Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IDTT). The incumbent is assigned full-time to HBPC at the West Texas Veterans Affairs Health Care System (WTVAHCS) with an association with N&FS. The incumbent may be scheduled or assigned to any nutrition practice area.
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized
Relocation Incentives. Authorized
Recruitment Incentives. Recruitment incentives may be authorized to full-time, part time[,] or intermittent individuals in their first appointment as a Federal employee or to a newly appointed former Federal employee with at least a 90-day break in service
Relocation Incentives. Relocation incentives may be authorized to full-time Federal employees who must change worksite[s] and physically relocate to a different geographic area when the approving official determines that without the incentive, it would be difficult to fill the position with a high-quality candidate.
Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized
Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of existing pay, higher or unique qualifications, or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).
Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience.
Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Telework: AdHoc Telework Authorized.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: Dietitian (Clinical) Home-Based Primary Care
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
$44k-51k yearly est. 6d ago
Dietitian (Advanced Level Practice)
Department of Veterans Affairs 4.4
Augusta, GA jobs
Employees in this assignment serve as an Advanced Level Practice Dietitian. They conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments for Veterans using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP) assuring high-quality nutrition care under an advanced and expanded scope of practice. Advanced Level Practice Dietitians are the subject matter experts in advanced clinical nutrition. Certification as a Diabetes Care & Education Specialist (CDCES) is required.
Advanced Level Practice Dietitians are the subject matter experts in advanced clinical nutrition and uses knowledge, expertise, principles and/or current research to lead dietitians and nutrition specialty care teams to plan, implement, and evaluate organizational initiatives.
Duties include, however, not limited to:
* Leads dietitians and specialty multidisciplinary teams in developing nutrition related services, policies, procedures and/or protocols.
* Provides comprehensive medical nutritional care applying the NCP in a specialty program, and/or a variety of patient care settings. Bases individualized nutrition interventions on the best available research and/or evidence-based guidelines and best practices.
* Provides nutrition education to individuals, small and large groups, peers, licensed practitioner(s), medical students, interns, and residents as applicable.
* Provides consultative services regarding advanced therapies, policies, procedures, and research in the provision of quality nutritional care.
* Develops, monitors, and directs practice-specific benchmarks based on standards of care or national initiatives.
* Utilizes knowledge, expertise, principles and/or current research to plan, implement and evaluate organizational initiatives.
* Leads the implementation of new nutrition initiatives or a change in practice to achieve strategic goals.
* Establishes goals, measures outcomes and reports progress toward meeting goals to medical center committees, health care teams and/or professional groups.
* Leads staff, creates, and validates competencies and develops training activities.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 - 4:00PM
Telework: Not Available.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: PDF99523S
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.
$38k-46k yearly est. 3d ago
Dietitian/Nutritionist - Savannah, GA
State of Georgia 3.9
Dietitian job at State of Georgia: Teachers Retirement System of Georgia
Our Agency The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is the state agency that focuses solely on policies, programs, and services for people with mental health challenges, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, or any combination of these. As Georgia's public safety net, DBHDD operates six field offices and five hospitals throughout the state within three program areas: behavioral health, developmental disabilities and hospital services.
Georgia Regional Hospital at Savannah (GRHS) is a state-funded multi-service facility operated by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities. The hospital provides quality care to mentally ill adults and individuals living with intellectual and developmental disabilities from its 34-county catchment area in Southeast Georgia. GRHS opened in December of 1970 with a design to decentralize mental health services in the state and treat people nearer to their homes and families. The hospital provides evaluation and treatment to clients needing care. The hospital's admitting office is a psychiatric emergency receiving facility open 24 hours a day.
GRHS is seeking candidates for the position of Nutritionist 3 / Dietitian with our Food Service Department. This position will work 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
Job Description
Duties include, but are not limited to:
* Plans and conducts food service or nutritional programs to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease
* Provides nutritional assessment, education and counseling to individuals
* Recommends nutritional care plans and documents plans and progress in individuals' records
* Assesses nutritional needs, diet restrictions and current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling
* Counsels individuals and groups on basic rules of good nutrition, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life.
* May serve as expert or organization resource in assigned areas
* May serve as project or team leader
Preferred Qualifications
In addition to State Qualifications, preference will be given to those candidates who possess some or all of the following:
* Requires registration as a Dietitian by the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics Commission on Dietetic Registration and Licensure
* Must have At Least One to Two years' experience as a Registered/Licensed Dietitian
* Experience working with Mental Health individuals a plus but not required
* Experience working in a leadership role
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. For more information, visit **********************************
Employment Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.
The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:
* Drug Screening
* TB Evaluation
* Annual Influenza*
* Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
DBHDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of DBHDD to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
Qualifications - External
Bachelor's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, food and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management or a closely related field from an accredited college or university from an Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics accredited program AND One year of experience as a dietitian/nutritionist AND registration as a Dietitian by the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics Commission on Dietetic Registration AND licensure as a Dietitian in the State of Georgia.
Bachelor's degree in dietetics, human nutrition, foods and nutrition, nutrition education, food systems management, or a closely related field from an accredited college or university, verification statement of completion of a didactic program accredited by The Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, and three (3) years of job-related experience providing nutrition care to groups and individuals; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Dietitian/Nutritionist 2 (HCP021) or position equivalent.
Additional Information
* Agency Logo:
* Requisition ID: HEA09U8
* Number of Openings: 1
* Shift: Day Job
* Posting End Date: Feb 4, 2026
$34k-41k yearly est. 60d+ ago
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