Dietitian - SMMHC

Job Location: This position will be located at 1010 West Columbia Street in Farmington, MO

Why You’ll Love This Position Southeast Missouri Mental Health Center is seeking a licensed professional Dietitian to become part of our Dietary department. This is licensed professional work providing medical nutrition therapy. Acts with independence and is accountable for the assessment and analysis of dietary needs. This individual will create nutrition and diet based on the assessed health needs of the clients as directed by our doctors. They will also provide consultation to clients on how to lead healthier lifestyles and prevent/manage health issues related to diet. They will participate in health improvement clinics as well. Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate professional demeanor, and an ability to work in a trauma informed and recovery based environment.

This is licensed professional work providing medical nutrition therapy. Acts with independence and is accountable for the assessment and analysis of dietary needs. Creates nutrition and diet plans based on the assessed health needs of the clients as directed by doctors. Provides consultation to clients on how to lead healthier lifestyles and prevent/manage health issues related to diet. Participates in health improvement clinics.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of dietetics and nutrition, and of food service systems management. Ability to complete nutritional assessments; develop recipes and plan menus; and interpret and follow doctors’ orders in the preparation of special diets.

Typical Qualifications Licensure as a Dietitian.

Lack of post‐secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant. The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

For more information on this position, please contact Human Resources at 573-218-6800.