Dietitian 2 (NY HELPS), Hutchings Psychiatric Center,

Duties Description Hutchings Psychiatric Center (HPC), an Office of Mental Health (OMH) Joint Commission accredited hospital, is recruiting a Registered Dietitian (RD) to serve as a Dietitian 2 supporting nutritional care and food service operations. As a Dietitian 2, you will be responsible for ensuring safe, therapeutic, and nutritionally adequate meal service for patients while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and facility standards: Conduct nutrition assessments for patients as ordered or required. Develop, implement, and monitor individualized nutrition care plans. Provide therapeutic diet recommendations based on medical, psychiatric, and behavioral needs. Provide nutrition counseling and education to patients and staff. Document nutrition assessments, interventions, and progress notes in the medical record according to facility policy. Assist with oversight of daily food service operations to ensure safe and efficient meal production and delivery. Assist with infection prevention practices related to food handling and meal service. Monitor compliance with food safety and sanitation standards, including HACCP principles. About HPC: HPC is a comprehensive, community-based mental health facility serving individuals in Central NY. HPC is committed to supporting underserved populations and reducing disparities in access and quality of care. Minimum Qualifications Candidates from outside or within State Service can be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement – Statewide (NY HELPS) program if they have: Current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) as a Registered Dietitian (RD). New York State Education Department (NYSED) certification in dietetics-nutrition and completion of at least 400 hours of supervised dietetics practice under an RD. OR Candidates can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they are reachable on the current Dietician 2 eligible list. OR Candidates from within State Service can be considered for a competitive class appointment if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55‑b/55‑c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Additional Comments NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance Access to tuition assistance programs Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave NYS Retirement programs Background checks will be required. Notes: 1. If you fail to maintain your license or registration once appointed, action will be taken to remove you from the position. 2. To be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any Federal or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists. If you are appointed and subsequently listed, you may be terminated. 3. You may be required to become an enrolled Medicare provider; obtain and provide a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number; and participate to the level necessary to allow services to be billed through Medicare and Medicaid. If you lose the ability to bill, you may be terminated. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Equal Opportunity Statement OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr