Registered Dietitian – L’Chaim Adult Day Health Care

AGENCY OVERVIEW:

Jewish Family and Children’s Services (JFCS) has served the San Francisco Bay Area for 175 years. We offer world-class services to support individuals and families across all stages of life, including adoption, mental health, senior care, disability services, financial assistance, Holocaust education, and youth development. Our mission and work are rooted in Jewish values, and we serve people of all faiths and backgrounds.

L’Chaim Adult Day Health Center is a licensed facility and outpatient center that provides medical, social, and therapy services for Russian-speaking older adults and individuals with disabilities. We have been a haven of person-centered care and community support for thousands of emigre clients from San Francisco and San Mateo for over 25 years.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a part-time Registered Dietitian to join our interdisciplinary care team. In this role, you will provide nutrition assessments, develop individualized care plans, and oversee food service operations in compliance with CACFP and Title 22 regulations. You will also have the opportunity to deliver engaging nutrition education and work closely with our staff and families to support participant well-being. This position is ideal for someone looking to make a meaningful difference while working a flexible 20-hour-a-month schedule – ideal for someone passionate about nutrition and community health.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Pay Range: $50-$56/hour (depending on experience)
• Employment Type: Part-time (20 hours per month), hourly, non-exempt with no benefits
• Be part of a financially stable nonprofit with a long and rich history
• Make positive differences in the lives of thousands of individuals and families we serve each year

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct initial nutrition assessments and six-month reassessments for all participants; update individualized care plans
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to address participant dietary needs
• Document all assessments, care plans, and changes in compliance with Title 22 regulations
• Monitor significant changes in participant nutritional status and adjust plans as needed
• Oversee food service operations, including monthly caterer site inspections and menu reviews
• Verify therapeutic diets, substitutions, and cultural or linguistic dietary needs
• Perform food quality and safety checks to ensure CACFP compliance
• Provide quarterly nutrition education classes and individualized counseling to participants
• Deliver annual nutrition and food safety training to program staff
• Foster strong relationships with participants, caregivers, and community partners to ensure satisfaction and continuity of care

REQUIREMENTS:

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or RD eligible; bachelor’s degree in nutrition required; master’s degree preferred
• 2+ years’ experience with older adults or community health programs as a Dietitian, conducting nutritional assessments, coaching, and counseling clients
• Current BLS and First Aid certification required
• Previous experience in CACFP administrative reviews for program compliance is required
• Bilingual in Russian is required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and support frail or disabled adults
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Electronic Health Records
• Ability to travel to catering sites for inspections

To be considered for this position, you must meet the requirements and competencies listed above. Application materials will be reviewed as they are received and well-qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including minorities, women, veterans, and disabled individuals. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status. JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified.