The Kessler Center is hiring a registered dietician/nutritionist to support youth and adults with developmental disabilities in community residences and at a residential special education school. The dietician/nutritionist will work with the nursing and psychiatric team to ensure the health and development of the individuals by monitoring eating habits, implementing special diets (PKU, Diabetes, food allergies), training staff, clients and families in proper nutrition, conducting monthly health assessments, consulting with outside providers, contributing to treatment team meetings, supervising meals, and consulting with OTs on adaptive equipment in addition to other responsibilities.
Experience with developmental disabilities and/or the OPWDD system preferred. The ideal candidate will be a patient, compassionate person with a strong desire to help individuals with disabilities lead the healthiest most independent lives possible. The position is full-time with benefits. Some travel within the Rochester area is required between the various residences and program sites.
Requirements:
NYS registered Dietician/Nutritionist
Experience with OPWDD and/or individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
Career Website: www.fedcap.org/about-us/career-opportunities
Send resume and cover letter to Karen Kaplan at kkaplan@fedcap.org
