Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist Steps to wellness (IHLBLT- Healthy Weight Program) is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist to join our Healthy Weight Program for children and adolescents. The Dietitian will provide family-centered nutrition assessment, education, counseling, and ongoing support to help children develop healthy eating habits, improve overall wellness, and achieve sustainable, age-appropriate health goals. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and families and will use a non-judgmental, culturally sensitive, and evidence-based approach to pediatric nutrition and healthy weight management.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments for children and adolescents participating in the Healthy Weight Program.
Develop individualized, age-appropriate nutrition plans based on each child's nutritional needs, health goals, lifestyle, and family circumstances.
Provide one-on-one nutrition counseling and education to children and their parents/caregivers.
Educate families on balanced nutrition, portion awareness, meal planning, healthy snacks, hydration, and positive eating behaviors.
Help families establish realistic and sustainable nutrition and lifestyle goals.
Monitor participants' progress and adjust nutrition recommendations as appropriate.
Collaborate with pediatricians, nurses, behavioral health professionals, physical activity specialists, and other members of the care team.
Document assessments, interventions, goals, and follow-up care accurately and in a timely manner.
Participate in group education sessions, workshops, or family wellness activities as needed.
Provide culturally appropriate nutrition education that recognizes family preferences, food access, and socioeconomic considerations.
Identify nutrition-related concerns that require referral to a physician or other healthcare professional.
Maintain current knowledge of pediatric nutrition, healthy weight management, and evidence-based practices.
Requirements:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN/RD) credential preferred/required based on program requirements.
Experience working with children, adolescents, and families preferred.
Experience in pediatric nutrition, weight management, community nutrition, or family wellness preferred.
Strong communication, counseling, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Commitment to providing respectful, family-centered, and inclusive care.
Key Skills:- Pediatric nutrition counseling
- Family-centered care
- Motivational interviewing
- Nutrition education
- Behavior-change strategies
- Meal planning and healthy eating education
- Documentation and care coordination
- Cultural sensitivity
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Physical/Work Requirements
- Ability to work in a clinical, community, or program setting.
- Ability to communicate effectively with children, adolescents, parents/caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
- Ability to participate in individual and group education sessions.
