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The Emily Program · 1 day ago

Dietetic Technician

2230 Como Ave. St. Paul, MN 55108

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

the858emily123program is dedicated to providing exceptional, individualized care for clients with eating disorders. The Dietetic Technician plays a vital role in supporting clients through various treatment programs by facilitating meals, providing nutrition education, and assisting registered dietitians.

Health CareMental Health

Responsibilities

Facilitate assigned Therapeutic Supported Meals/Snacks (TSMs) by eating with clients, modeling normalized eating, and supporting use of therapeutic skills and recovery-focused behaviors

Facilitate nutrition experiential, culinary skills, and Food Discovery groups in alignment with the Clinical Operating Manual and standardized curriculum, as assigned

Follow all regulatory and organizational policies and procedures

Maintain confidentiality of former and current clients’ protected health information (PHI), as directed by state and federal law, and organizational policy

Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, including trade secrets, sensitive company information, and other non-public company information

Attend and actively participate in assigned meetings, including regular administrative and clinical supervision with a Registered Dietitian (RD), and request additional supervision as needed

Complete all assigned mandatory training

Drive clients, staff, and supplies in the company vehicle as needed

Provide support across multiple levels of care and treatment programs, based on site and/or regional needs and scheduling

Perform other duties as assigned

Manage food, beverage, and supplement inventory, including ordering, receiving, and storage in alignment with approved cycle menus and clients’ dietary needs

Assemble and portion meals and snacks, including reheating ready-to-eat items, ensuring proper labeling according to menu, policies, regulations, allergens, and portions

Interpret and implement nutrition orders and prescriptions, including therapeutic diets, meal replacements, and individual meal plans

Support the Registered Dietitian with clinical tasks including data tracking, group preparation, client orientations, growth record requests, tray/meal ticket review/writing, weight collection, individual client portion education, and menu planning

Coordinate with culinary staff to ensure dietary needs are understood; recipes/menus meet nutrition order standards and provide support for recipe adjustments as needed

Coordinate with external catering agencies and restaurants to place orders and ensure client nutrition requirements are met

Set up meals and snacks for clients and programs, assist with menu updates and supporting meal plating and service

Conduct kitchen audits, maintain cleanliness, and ensure organization of kitchen and dining areas

Maintain required food safety documentation, including temperature logs

Qualification

Nutrition EducationFood Safety CertificationDietetic Technician ProgramClinical SupportCulinary SkillsBasic Life SupportFirst Aid CertificationCommunication SkillsCollaborationFlexibility

Required

Valid driver's license and authorized to drive for employees at Residential or Inpatient sites

Current Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire for employees at Residential or Inpatient sites

Current First Aid certification within 30 days of hire for employees at Residential or Inpatient sites

Current CPI certification within 30 days of hire for employees at Residential or Inpatient sites in North Carolina or Georgia

Washington State Department of Health Food Handler permit within 30 days of hire for employees at sites in Washington

Food Handler certification from an ANSI-ANAB accredited organization (e.g., ServSafe, NRFSP, 360training) within 14 days of hire for employees at all non-Washington sites

Completion of a Dietetic Internship or NDTR credential is not required

Preferred

A bachelor's or master's degree in nutrition, Dietetics, or Nutrition Science from an ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD)

An associate degree from an ACEND-accredited Dietetic Technician Program (DT/NDTR pathway)

One year of experience working in a clinical, public health, or healthcare foodservice role

Previous eating disorder experience

Benefits

HSA and PPO insurance with HSA or FSA options (Blue Cross Blue Shield)

Dental insurance (Delta Dental)

Vision insurance (EyeMed)

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) plan available two months after start date

Company 401(k) matching for up to 50% of your contribution, up to 6% of your compensation

Paid time off is a crucial part of maintaining work and life balance. Our generous PTO plan accrues annually and begins with your first whole pay period.

Eligible employees enjoy seven paid holidays and one floating holiday in addition to their regular PTO.