Dietitian - Nutritionist

Easterseals New York in Rochester, NY is looking for a dedicated Dietitian - Nutritionist to join our human services nonprofit on a part-time basis.

We work to provide a supportive working environment while offering competitive pay and great benefits.

Ready to be part of something great? Apply now and be part of our success story!

YOUR SCHEDULE

This role as a Dietitian - Nutritionist works part-time.

YOUR DAY

While working as a Dietitian-Nutritionist you oversee the screening of new clients for nutritional risk and the need for assessment, primarily in the residential programs. You meticulously evaluate each individual, considering their unique dietary requirements and health concerns. With your expertise, you make recommendations to the admissions committee about ESNY's capability to address the nutritional health needs of potential clients. Next, you dive into performing thorough nutritional assessments. You carefully measure height and weight to calculate BMI-for-age using the CDC growth charts. Collaborating closely with nursing staff and primary care physicians, you assess energy, protein, and fluid intake against the recommended levels, paying special attention to bowel management. With a keen eye for detail, you diagnose current nutrition issues and develop tailored interventions and goals. Your dedication ensures that each client receives personalized care to optimize their nutritional well-being.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• Bachelor's degree in nutrition or related field allowing pursuit of licensure
• Completion of a dietetic internship
• Current state licensure and registration or eligibility to obtain credentials
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• 1+ years of supervisory experience (preferred)
• Experience with developmental disabilities (preferred)

OUR STORY

Easterseals New York operates programs that enable those with special needs to achieve equality, dignity, and independence in their own communities. It provides exceptional services to ensure all people with disabilities or special needs and their families have equal opportunities to live, learn, work, and play in their communities. We change the way the world defines and views disabilities by making profound, positive differences in people's lives every day.

Our mission is to spread help, hope, and answers. To achieve this, we strive to attract and retain talented and committed staff who believe in our cause. This is why we provide competitive compensation, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth!

If you think this job is what you are looking for, then applying is a snap. The initial application process should take you less than 3 minutes to complete. Good luck!