Registered Dietician-Remote

The Salvation Army Mission Statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. BASIC PURPOSE The purpose of the Registered Dietician is to support the Medically Tailored Meals team with nutrition planning, program development and quality assurance. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct intake and program eligibility for Medically Tailored Meals services
• Conduct nutrition assessments
• Develop and implement individualized nutrition plans
• Review and monitor all meal and/or grocery plans for Medically Tailored Meals
• Ensure menu options are equally nutritious and culturally appropriate
• Plan and conduct routine nutrition workshops and trainings
• Coordinate with others agencies and providers to ensure continuity of care
• Coordinate medical referrals in coordination with contracted managed care plans
• Participate in program and agency trainings as assigned
• Maintain accurate participant records in various information management systems; and generate reports as requested
• Maintain and execute confidential information according to HIPPA standards
• Maintain a highly detailed and organized filling system
• Ensure intake and care procedures utilize harm reduction and trauma informed care principles
• Check and respond to emails and voicemails on a regular basis
• Adhere to confidentiality standards
• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to speak and write the English language at a high and professional level
• High degree of confidentiality
• Able to endorse and promote The Salvation Army’s mission
• Computer literate, in Windows environment (Microsoft Office), Word, Publisher, Excel and Outlook preferred
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent and professional telephone etiquette and presence
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong ability to utilize a high level of time management and handling multiple tasks

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics, Food and Nutrition, or related field.
• Credentialed as a Registered Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), required
• Must possess food handler’s certification

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis
• Ability to grasp, push, and/or pull objects
• Ability to reach overhead
• Ability to operate telephone
• Ability to lift up to 25-40 lbs.
• Ability to operate a computer
• Ability to process written, visual, and/or verbal information
• Ability to operate basic office equipment and tools PC, Fax Machine, Telephone, Calculator, Copier, Printer.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job