Registered Dietitian Nutritionist

Position Overview Thrive Ahead Co is seeking a part‑time transitioning to full‑time Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist to join our collaborative mental health and wellness practice. In this role, you will have the ability to shape with us the community impact of the role through support in the areas of individualized nutrition counseling, community outreach, and educational groups/workshops based on the practice's vision and your professional goals. We value your unique perspective and provide a collaborative environment where you will work closely with our team to shape the services and clinical areas that serve our mission. Once full‑time, the expectation is to maintain an equivalent of 25 weekly direct hours with clients, with 30 weekly hours available for scheduling in addition to team meetings and projects. Applicants should be local to Chicago/Bucktown, as half of the work hours will take place in our offices. About Us At Thrive Ahead Co., we believe in the interconnectedness of professional therapy, wellness, and community for personal growth. We are a therapy and wellness practice where you can expect an approachable community of individuals committed to helping clients achieve their potential. Our community is accessible and adaptive, so whether you’re brand new, or continuing your journey, Thrive Ahead Co. offers private, professional therapy and wellness resources for healing and growth, all in one space. Our vision is to create a diverse and inclusive community where members are welcomed, accepted, whole and able to grow. We are a collaborative team of individuals who seek connection, joy and growth together as we help our clients do the same in their own lives, relationships and communities. Our Values At Thrive Ahead Co., we are committed to realizing our personal and mutual potential by embodying our values both personally and professionally. We believe in living these values and assisting our clients to do the same, promoting growth for everyone involved. Our approachable nature allows us to easily connect and empathize with everyone who comes to our space, creating a welcoming and supportive environment. We also value adaptability, taking the time to understand each client’s unique needs and providing tailored resources and referrals within our network. This approach gives our clients access to a broad range of wellness resources without having to search in isolation. Finally, we approach our own lives and work with a readiness to learn and develop, embracing the challenges and difficult conversations that come with it. Our goal is to create a space where others can find that same openness within themselves and support in our community, where we are all ready to grow together. Not for you if you Already own your own private practice Are simply looking for a job to clock in and out of Don’t feel passion for our mission, vision and values Prefer not to work collaboratively or are not a team player Are seeking a temporary position Need the position to be full time with benefits right away Plan to own their own business in the near future. If that’s you, awesome! But we’re not the place for you. We dedicate a lot of time to our team, and provide the space to allow each member of our team to get creative within a highly integrated team framework. The ideal person is invested in time and energy in the collective success of Thrive Ahead Co. rather than working in isolation. Don’t like to hop in and help others get their work done - we highly value teamwork Are disorganized or a black and white thinker Need a lot of direction Great Position for Someone Who Is Looking to transition into private practice work from a hospital or agency setting and can maintain that role while slowly transitioning out Aligned with the Thrive Ahead Co mission, vision and values Social justice oriented, invested in anti‑racist practices and engaged in making our community a diverse, welcoming environment Working from a non‑diet, HAES approach and is inclusive in the populations they serve Energized by working with and collaborating with others on a team and contributing to the life and growth of our community and practice Gaining confidence in their niche and interested in developing their voice that would reach our ideal client BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and other minority candidates are welcomed and encouraged to apply Creative, engaged in doing good work, and excited by furthering our mission to grow and help others grow personally through community wellness Skilled in customer service Able to fix problems independently and is curious about their own and their team’s growth Attentive to fixing client issues and creating client satisfaction Organized and detail oriented Able to take direct and constructive feedback and run with it Key Responsibilities Conduct nutrition assessments, including reviewing medical history, dietary intake, and body composition Develop and implement personalized nutrition plans based on clients' health goals and needs Support clients in a strengths‑based, neurodivergent and LGBTQ affirming way Educate clients on the importance of balanced nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits Collaborate with other healthcare professionals internally (we also have mental health and occupational therapy providers) and externally as needed to provide comprehensive care to clients Maintain accurate, timely and detailed records of client progress, assessments and communication Stay up‑to‑date on the latest research and trends in nutrition and wellness Utilize expertise in nutritional counseling, social media content, evidence‑based research and attuned customer service with our wellness community at large Available to hold at least 25 client sessions per week through in‑person and telehealth visits, provided such sessions are available and referred/scheduled by Thrive Ahead Co. and block out 30 hours weekly for clients to schedule - 15 hours being completed in office - 2 evenings of availability required Qualifications Master’s degree in Nutrition and 2+ years post‑internship direct client care experience Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential from the Commission on Dietetic Registration Active, valid IL state license to practice as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Experience and expertise in transforming a clients relationship with food and assisting clients with disordered eating habits Preference for candidates who have experience or training in working with diverse populations including but not limited to clients who are neurodivergent, experience ARFID and parents Strong communication and interpersonal skills that includes cultural sensitivity and can provide care that is inclusive and affirming Commitment to and naturally able to discuss and find integration between mind, body and spirit as we serve clients with mental, neurodivergent and nutritional health concerns W-2 Employment (unlike 1099 positions, we cover: employer paid payroll taxes and revenue taxes, EHR costs, phone, email, payroll, marketing, billing and claims services, rent and worker’s comp costs) Flexible Schedule - in‑person and telehealth hours scheduled by you Paid Administrative Time Paid Sick Time Health Insurance eligibility at full‑time status Professional liability/malpractice insurance Opportunity to grow as a nutrition counselor in private practice, supportive community atmosphere where wellness of our clients and ourselves are the priority Supervision available to those not fully licensed Weekly team meetings and monthly office meetings to promote professional growth and connection between providers Compensation $40-55/direct client hour, $20-25/indirect administrative hour For consideration Submit a resume to View email address on click.appcast.io Both need to be completed in order to be invited for an interview #J-18808-Ljbffr