The Emily Program
Healthcare
DietTechnician
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“Diet Technician at The Emily Program. Skills: Therapeutic Supported Meals/Snacks (TSMs), nutrition education, foodservice duties, clinical support. Facilitate assigned Therapeutic Supported Meals/Snacks (TSMs) by eating with clients, modeling normalized eating, and supporting use of therapeutic skills and recovery-focused behaviors.. Facilitate nutrition experiential, culinary skills, and Food Discovery groups in alignment with the Clinical Operating Manual and standardized curriculum, as assign”
Industry & Context.
Employees at Residential or Inpatient sites must have a valid driver’s license and be authorized to drive., Employees at Residential or Inpatient sites are required to have a current Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire., Employees at Residential or Inpatient sites are required to have a current First Aid certification within 30 days of hire., Employees at Residential or Inpatient sites in North Carolina or Georgia are required to have a current CPI certification within 30 days of hire., Employees at sites in Washington are required to have a Washington State Department of Health Food Handler permit within 30 days of hire., Employees at all non-Washington sites must obtain a Food Handler certification from an ANSI-ANAB accredited organization (e.g. ServSafe, NRFSP, 360training) within 14 days of hire., Employees who already hold a Food Protection Manager certification from an ANSI-ANAB accredited organization meet this requirement., Additional food safety certifications may be required (site dependent).
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
valid driver’s license, current Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire, current First Aid certification within 30 days of hire, current CPI certification within 30 days of hire, Washington State Department of Health Food Handler permit within 30 days of hire, Food Handler certification from an ANSI-ANAB accredited organization (e.g. ServSafe, NRFSP, 360training) within 14 days of hire, Food Protection Manager certification from an ANSI-ANAB accredited organization
Nice to Have
A bachelor’s or master's degree in nutrition, Dietetics, or Nutrition Science from an ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD), An associate degree from an ACEND-accredited Dietetic Technician Program (DT/NDTR pathway), Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in another field (e.g. Psychology, Public Health, Biology) who are currently enrolled in an ACEND-accredited Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) and have successfully completed the following ACEND-aligned foundational coursework: Introduction to Human Nutrition, Food Science or Food Systems, General Biology (Anatomy & Physiology or General Biology), General Chemistry, Medical Nutrition Therapy (or an introductory clinical nutrition course), Nutrition Counseling, Health Communication, or Group Education, College Algebra or Statistics, One year of experience working in a clinical, public health, or healthcare foodservice role, Previous eating disorder experience
What You'll Do.
Facilitate assigned Therapeutic Supported Meals/Snacks (TSMs) by eating with clients
modeling normalized eating
and supporting use of therapeutic skills and recovery-focused behaviors.
Facilitate nutrition experiential
and Food Discovery groups in alignment with the Clinical Operating Manual and standardized curriculum
Follow all regulatory and organizational policies and procedures.
Maintain confidentiality of former and current clients’ protected health information (PHI)
as directed by state and federal law
and organizational policy.
Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information
including trade secrets
sensitive company information
and other non-public company information.
Attend and actively participate in assigned meetings
including regular administrative and clinical supervision with a Registered Dietitian (RD)
and request additional supervision as needed
Complete all assigned mandatory training.
and supplies in the company vehicle as needed.
Provide support across multiple levels of care and treatment programs
based on site and/or regional needs and scheduling.
Perform other duties as assigned.
and supplement inventory
and storage in alignment with approved cycle menus and clients’ dietary needs.
Assemble and portion meals and snacks
including reheating ready-to-eat items
ensuring proper labeling according to menu
Interpret and implement nutrition orders and prescriptions
including therapeutic diets
and individual meal plans.
Support the Registered Dietitian with clinical tasks including data tracking
growth record requests
tray/meal ticket review/writing
individual client portion education
Coordinate with culinary staff to ensure dietary needs are recipes/menus meet nutrition order standards and provide support for recipe adjustments as needed.
Coordinate with external catering agencies and restaurants to place orders and ensure client nutrition requirements are met.
Set up meals and snacks for clients and programs
assist with menu updates and supporting meal plating and service.
Conduct kitchen audits
and ensure organization of kitchen and dining areas.
Maintain required food safety documentation
including temperature logs.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
member of the treatment team; collaborate to provide the very best evidence-based care; clinical supervision with a Registered Dietitian (RD); Coordinate with culinary staff; Coordinate with external catering agencies and restaurants
Full Job Description
Our vision is a world of peaceful relationships with food, weight, and body image, where everyone with an eating disorder can experience recovery. We believe that exceptional, individualized care leads to lasting recovery from eating disorders. That’s why our teams are comprised of compassionate, dedicated professionals from a variety of backgrounds who collaborate to provide the very best evidence-based care for our clients at all levels of care. Position Overview: The Dietetic Technician (DT) plays a vital role as a member of the treatment team, by supporting clients engaged in eating disorder treatment programs. Responsibilities vary by site; at some locations, DTs balance foodservice duties with providing nutrition education to clients, alongside clinical support for registered dietitians. The Dietetic Technician may work across various levels of care and programs (e.g., PHP, IOP, RTC, IP), in both in-person and virtual settings, and may provide coverage at other sites as needed. Flexibility, collaboration, and adaptability are essential qualities for success in this role. Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 11am-7:30pm Compensation Disclosure Diet Tech: Starting hourly range between $21.00-24.00 Final Compensation offered will be within pay range based on qualifications/experience met for the position How Diet Techs Empower Recovery: Core Responsibilities (All Sites) Facilitate assigned Therapeutic Supported Meals/Snacks (TSMs) by eating with clients, modeling normalized eating, and supporting use of therapeutic skills and recovery-focused behaviors. Facilitate nutrition experiential, culinary skills, and Food Discovery groups in alignment with the Clinical Operating Manual and standardized curriculum, as assigned. Follow all regulatory and organizational policies and procedures. Maintain confidentiality of former and current clients’ protected health information (PHI), as directed by state and federal law, and organizational policy. Maintain confidentiality of propriet
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