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Dietitian Nutritionist 12

$29.27 - $39.55 per hour

State of Michigan

Salary: $29.27 - $39.55 Hourly
Location : Westland, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Job Number: 3945-26-WRPH-Dietitian Adults
Department: Health and Human Services - Walter Reuther Psychiatric Hospital
Opening Date: 05/18/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: UNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)


Job Description
The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.
The Registered Dietitian in this position is a senior worker functioning with a full range of assignments at an advanced practice level and serves as the advanced level nutrition therapist. This position functions as the recognized resource for the treatment team for the assigned units. Participating as an active member of treatment team, medical nutrition therapy is provided to assigned patients. Therapy is individualized and coordinated with families and/or subsequent care givers and food service personnel. A significant number of specialized food service, safety, and consultation tasks are performed routinely; consultation and direction are given to each other health care professionals and community agencies. Assignments are generally complex, performed with minimal guidelines, and performed independently.
The preferred and appointed candidate will be subject to pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty and follow-up drug and/or alcohol testing.
To be considered for this position you must:
• Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
• Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
• Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.
Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here:
All staff with start dates on/after 08/01/2026 will train at the Southeast Michigan Psychiatric Hospital (SMPH) in Northville but, upon completion of training may work at the Walter Reuther Psychiatric Hospital (WRPH) until their position/classification officially moves from WRPH to SMPH at a date yet to be determined.

Required Education and Experience


Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in foods and nutrition, or institution management.
Experience
Dietitian/Nutritionist 12
Three years of professional experience providing dietetic and nutritional services equivalent to a Dietitian/Nutritionist, including one year equivalent to a Dietitian/Nutritionist P11.

Additional Requirements and Information


Dietitian/Nutritionist 10-12
Registration as a Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration, the credentialing agency for the American Dietetics Association.

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The physical location of this position is 30901 Palmer Rd Westland MI 48186. Candidates should confirm work location and schedule at the time of interview.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applications interviewed will be notified of the results.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process, including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.

As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal record check.

The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.


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Accommodations
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Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:

Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.


Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at


Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at


Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.


Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.


Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.


Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.


Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.


Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.


Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.


Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.


Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.


Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.


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Updated: 2/28/24
01


DIETNUT - Do you possess a bachelor's degree or higher in foods and nutrition, or institution management? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.
  • Yes
  • No

02


DIETNUTA - Do you possess at least three years of professional experience providing dietetic and nutritional services equivalent to a Dietitian/Nutritionist and registration as a Dietitian by the Commission on Dietetic Registration, the credentialing agency for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics? (please attach a copy of your registration).
  • Yes
  • No

03


Are you a current MDHHS employee classified as a Dietitian Nutritionist 12 interested in moving to the same classification and level at this location?
  • Yes
  • No

04


*From the options below, which accurately describes your current status? (A current state employee works for an actual state department such as the Department of Corrections, the Department of Transportation, etc.)
  • A current Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employee
  • A Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) employee in layoff status
  • A current State of Michigan (non-MDHHS) employee
  • A State of Michigan (non-MDHHS) employee in layoff status
  • None of the above

05


*Please select from the options below: (Please note, actions that have been expunged, formal counseling, and layoff actions need not be reported.) Please select all that apply.
  • I have been dismissed within the last two years
  • I have resigned in lieu of discipline or dismissal within the last two years
  • I have been suspended without pay within the last two years
  • I have received a written reprimand within the last two years
  • I have received an unsatisfactory rating within the last two years
  • I have signed a last chance agreement with MDHHS within the last two years
  • I certify that none of the above circumstances apply to me

06


If you selected that you have been dismissed with in the last two years, resigned in lieu of dismissal within the last two years, suspended without pay within the last two years, received a written reprimand within the last two years, received an unsatisfactory rating within the last two years, or signed a last chance agreement with MDHHS within the last two years, please provide an explanation below. If this does not apply, please reply to N/A.
07


*Do you have any objection to being fingerprinted or drug tested?
  • Yes
  • No

08


Do you have any substantiated cases of abuse or neglect reported on the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Central Registry?
  • Yes
  • No

09


*Do you have an Intentional Program Violation from the Department of Health and Human Services?
  • Yes
  • No

10


In accordance with state law and federal regulatory requirements, are you willing and able to submit to and pass: a physical examination specific to the ability to perform the physical related functions of this position listed in the position description and other health-related testing and screening such as a Tuberculosis (TB) test, at the time of offer and during the duration of employment?
  • Yes
  • No

11


Did you attach a resume and copy of an official college/university transcript to your application? (Failure to do so will result in your application being screened out.)
  • Yes
  • No

12


Please provide the names and telephone numbers of three professional references, one of which is your current supervisor. Your current supervisor will only be contacted if you are considered for this position. This information is required.
13


How do you or would you demonstrate that you are culturally competent in the workplace?
Required Question
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