DSHS YVS Dietitian 2

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DSHS Yakima Valley School Dietitian 2

Attention Registered Dietitians: We are looking to add a Dietitian 2 to our team at our Yakima Valley School, located in Selah, WA!

Yakima Valley School is a state operated Residential Habilitation Center (RHC) supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.

The facility operates as a certified nursing facility recognized for quality medical, dental, nursing, pharmacy and psychiatric services and other programs such as: daily living activities, specialized therapeutic services, recreational services, medication management, employment assessments, Telehealth.

Residents enjoy an active lifestyle, participating in many community activities. They also enjoy self-determination, dignity and great support from 260 friendly, professional staff.

Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.

In this role, you will supervise the Food Services Manager, oversee food services operation, and act as the facility Registered Dietitian directing nutritional services for all residents of the facility.

You will be responsible for managing and coordinating all phases of food services operations, including overseeing the budget and ordering for the facility.

You'll perform these duties in a specialty setting of a Residential Habilitation Center, under Federal Nursing Home Regulations.

If you are a dietitian looking to use your clinical nutrition skills to help others, this fantastic opportunity is for you.

Don't delay - apply today!

Who should apply?

• Professionals with a Bachelor's Degree with a major in Dietetics, Food and Nutrition, or Food Service Administration, completion of American Dietetic Association approved dietetic education program.
  AND
• Registered Dietitian status: 24 months of recent full-time experience as a Registered Dietitian.
• Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.

Some of what you will do

• Supervise the Food Services Manager, directs the work, develops systems/databases, instructs personnel in area of nutritional specialty and food processes
• Assess and evaluate nutritional needs of residents under the care of the facility, to include long-term and short-term (crisis and respite) individuals
• Consult with occupational therapist, speech pathologists and/or nursing staff to determine safe food textures to prevent choking/aspiration
• Formulate modified diet menus based on physician recommendation for resident
• Support the interview process and oversee hiring practices
• Provide guidance on training new employees
• Implement corrective action as necessary and recommend disciplinary actions
• Ensure concerns with performance are addressed by Food Services Manager as they arise

Completed applications include the following:

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Three professional references with current contact information

Questions? Email Kris.George@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 2025-03233.

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 a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS.

We strive to support all Washingtonians, 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. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.



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