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DSHS Lakeland Village Dietitian 2
State of Washington
Dept. of Social and Health Services
Location
Washington, 98504
Salary
$5,271 - $7,082
per month
Type
Full-Time
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February 27, 2026
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Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
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Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This job involves working as a registered dietitian at a residential facility for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, where you'll assess nutritional needs, create personalized meal plans, provide counseling and education, and collaborate with a team to support residents' health.
It's ideal for someone with a strong background in nutrition who enjoys teamwork, teaching, and making a direct impact on vulnerable populations.
The role combines clinical work with oversight of staff and record-keeping to ensure high-quality care.
Key Requirements
- Master's Degree with major in Dietetics, Foods and Nutrition, or Food Service Administration from an accredited program
- 24 months of recent full-time experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
- Ability to perform Medical Nutrition Therapy including assessments, counseling, and therapeutic plans
- Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and participating in case management meetings
- Skills in providing nutrition education, training new employees, and maintaining electronic records
- Commitment to equity, anti-racism, and social justice in serving diverse communities
- Valid driver's license and liability insurance if driving on state business
Full Job Description
DSHS Lakeland Village Dietitian
Lakeland Village is seeking a Registered Dietitian to join our team of professionals who provide services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. At Lakeland Village, our direct care and support staff provide 24-hour nursing care, a full spectrum of clinical and therapeutic programs, and recreation/activities to empower our residents. You will impact our residents through performing professional -level Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) which includes nutritional assessments, nutrition counseling, development of therapeutic plans, and nutrition education. This is an opportunity to utilize multiple clinical skills through communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to support the success of our residents.
Major duties include but are not limited to:
- Instructs and provides quality management oversight for assigned personnel or living units
- Performs dietitian duties in general including MNT
- Assess, design interventions, and monitor nutritional progress and goals for population served
- Prepares specialized and individualized assessments to report on relevant findings and recommended interventions for care optimization
- Participates in case and care management meetings as appropriate; serves as a member of the interdisciplinary team
- Consults on nutritional care to develop and provide education resources and training
- Provides nutrition counseling, education, and classes
- Maintains and updates relevant electronic records
- Prepares and trains new employees on nutrition related topics and other relevant information in New Employee Orientation (NEO)
Required Qualifications:
A Master's Degree with major in Dietetics, Foods and Nutrition or Food Service Administration from an accredited dietetics program.24 months recent full-time experience as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.
Completed applications will include the following attachments:
- Detailed chronological resume
- A cover letter
- Minimum of three professional references
Questions? Please contact sean.brauner@dshs.wa.gov and reference #01289.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work.
It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS.
We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Additional Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted.
Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job.
This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license.
Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information.
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