Clinical Dietitian

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center Job Classification Title Clinical Dietitian (NS) Position Number 60048414 Grade MH12 About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Description of Work The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center (JIRDC) in Morganton, North Carolina is an ICF certified facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities and provides comprehensive residential care to citizens from 34 counties in western North Carolina. Many of the residents have multiple medical and nutritional needs. Medical conditions that require the medical nutritional therapy performed and coordinated by this position include, but are not limited to: obesity, hyperlipidemia, cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus types I and II, dysphasia, other eating problems, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. There are currently 40 residents that receive alternative feeding in thirteen homes on the JIRDC campus. This position provides a critical role in caring for these residents by providing nutritional consultation and training to all staff which includes providing employee training for food modification, portion control, safety, and sanitation. This position is also responsible for annual nutritional assessments, mealtime monitoring, updating diet cards, working in food production with the Food Service Director and Diet Clerk, and reviewing menus. This position will work with several different team members with a variety of professional backgrounds to provide nutritional support. Work schedule: This position is full-time, 1st shift, 8 am-5 pm, Monday-Friday. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range: $52,848.00 – $79,272.00 Recruitment Range: $52,848.00 – $79,272.00 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs )/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: undefined Considerable knowledge of the currently accepted principles and practices of nutrition and dietetics. Ability to assess, design, and implement nutritional care plans for individuals. Skills in teaching, diet counseling, and communicating such as patient education. Ability to effectively manage and communicate with a group of subordinates. Ability to evaluate and direct the work of subordinates and maintain good working relationships. Physical Requirements: Balancing, walking, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly. This Position Is Exempt And Is EXEMPT From Certain Provisions Of The State Human Resources Act (GS 126) This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events. Shift Hours: 1 st shift (8:00 am – 5:00 pm), Monday – Friday About J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center: The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton, North Carolina is an ICF certified facility for individuals with intellectual disabilities. We provide comprehensive residential care to citizens from 37 counties in the western portion of the state. JIRDC is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive, & functional abilities. The J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center is located just an hour from the  Queen City of Charlotte,  home of the Carolina Panthers and the  City of Asheville,  home to the world renowned Biltmore Estate and Grove Park Inn.   Our facility sits on one of the most picturesque properties in Burke County.  We are nestled at the foot of the Blue Ridge and South Mountains and just minutes from beautiful Lake James.  Nearby Pisgah National Forest offers outdoor adventure and fun for the whole family. Supplemental Contact Information: The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders.  We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.  For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ . Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy. DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303 , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or justice involved.  We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Application Process   Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.    Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school