The posting
Job Description
JOB PURPOSE
Supports all nutrition programming under On Lok Day Services (OLDS) including home delivered, congregate, and medically tailored meal services. Implements nutrition interventions for participant by consulting with physicians and other health care professionals; reviews patient records; interviews and counsels patients; assesses nutritional needs; formulates appropriate diets; instructs food preparation personnel; verifies food preparation techniques; checks meals for palatability and appearance.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Assess nutritional needs, diet restrictions and work with current health plans to develop and implement dietary-care plans and provide nutritional counseling.
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Advise participants and their families on nutritional principles, dietary plans, diet modifications, and food selection and preparation.
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Counsel individuals and groups on basic nutrition concepts, healthy eating habits, and nutrition monitoring to improve their quality of life.
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Inspect meals served for conformance to prescribed diets and standards of palatability and appearance.
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Coordinate recipe development and standardization and develop new menus for food service operations.
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Make recommendations regarding public policy as it relates to On Lok’s meal programs.
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Fulfill all administrative requirements, such as reporting, making entries into charts and attending meetings as required.
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Provide nutrition counseling through both in-person and remote sessions
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Maintain current training and compliance with all HIPAA regulations.
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Other reasonably related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Education Level
Education Details
Bachelor's Degree
ACEND-accredited nutrition program
Work Experience
Experience
Experience Details
Any
Dietetic Internship ACEND-accredited supervised practice experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KSAs
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Strong communication and counselling skills.
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Able and willing to travel for participant visitation
Licenses and Certifications
Enter Licenses/Certifications
Licenses/Certification Details
Time Frame
Clinical\REG DIET - Dietitian – Registered
Must be registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration
Upon Hire
And
Food Service/Nutrition\Food Handlers Card
Serv Safe Food Safety Manager
within 180 Days
Non Clinical\DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State
Valid Driver License
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Work Experience (Preferred)
Experience
Experience Details
Minimum of one year
Working as a Registered Dietitian, related work experience with seniors preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Preferred)
KSAs
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Bilingual ability is strongly preferred (English/Spanish or English/Chinese).
About Us
On Lok
Dedicated to The Care of Elders:
On Lok is a not-for-profit organization founded in the early 1970s by a group of citizens concerned about the plight of elders and the lack of long term options in the community. On Lok serves as the administrative arm of a group of five affiliated non-profit organizations. Its functions include research and development, human resources, fundraising and management information systems.
We understand the importance of a system that works together. Your expertise, drive and passion can help us carry out our mission to improve lives and advance healthcare.
Join our team of leaders to begin a rewarding career!
On Lok's Employee Benefits include (eligible for any position for 20 hr/wk or more):
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Retirement Savings Plan 403(b) and Term Life/AD&D Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Pet Insurance and Employee Discount Program
- Mental Wellness Resources and Employee Assistance Program(EAP)
- Holidays (10 per year), vacation time, sick leave, and long-term disability insurance, and additional benefits are available
Your final compensation offer will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, education, and licenses/certifications. The pay range is expressed as an hourly rate regardless of FLSA status. Exempt positions are paid salaried and are not subject to overtime.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and state and federal laws (including federal PACE requirements at 42 CFR 460.64(a); 460.68(a), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
On Lok is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, age, military or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other terms, privileges or benefits of employment please contact Recruitment ([email protected]).
