What are the responsibilities and job description for the M H Dietitian position at Alabama Department of Mental Health?
Employment Announcement Mental Health Dietitian Announcement Number 24-24 Job Code F1000 Employment Type Full-Time Job Location Bryce Hospital Tuscaloosa, Alabama Salary/Pay Rate Range 73 ($44,217.60- $73,953.60 Annually). Additional Salary Salary will be commensurate with experience. Limitations apply to current State Information employees. Open Date 09/01/2026 Close Date Until Filled Minimum Qualifications Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or a closely related field. Key Responsibilities
• Evaluate nutritional care of patients.
• Screen patients to determine level of nutritional risk.
• Assess nutritional status using biochemical indices, physical assessment, etc.
• Develops nutritional components of Master Care Plan.
• Completes timely reassessment for patients according to the patient’s plan of action.
• Monitors nutritional status of patient receiving total nutrition via tube feeding and make necessary adjustments.
• Attends all initial 10-day treatment planning conferences for development of Plan of Care.
• Participates in the Nutritional Services department’s performance improvement program.
• Ensures compliance with hospital standards. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
• Knowledge of quality improvement.
• Knowledge of personal and food sanitation principles.
• Knowledge of diets, menu planning, and methods of food preparation.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to relate well to patients and staff Necessary Special Requirements
• Must be registered or eligible for registration by the Commission on Registration of the American Dietetic Association. If registered or eligible by or before December 31, 2023, a Bachelor’s degree is required. If registered or eligible on or after January 1, 2024, a Master’s degree is required. Employee Benefits
• 13 paid holidays.
• 1 personal leave day accrued each January. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
• 13 sick leave days.
• 13 annual leave days accrued in the first year of employment.
• Paid parental leave.
• Longevity bonus annually after 5 years of state service.
• Continuous opportunities for acquiring CEU’s needed for maintaining professional license.
• Very low-cost health and dental insurance through the Alabama State Employee Insurance Board.
• Defined retirement benefit (not impacted by economic downturns) and a pre-retirement death benefit through the Retirement Systems of Alabama. Method of Selection
• Applicants will be rated based on an evaluation of their job-related training, abilities, experience, and education, and should provide adequate work history identifying experiences related to the duties and minimum qualifications as mentioned above.
• All relevant information is subject to verification.
• Drug screening and security clearances will be conducted on prospective applicants being given serious consideration for employment whose job requires direct contact with patients. Only work experience detailed on the application will be considered. Applications should be submitted by the deadline to be considered. Announcements open until filled will remain open until a sufficient applicant pool is obtained. Applications should be submitted as soon as possible to ensure the application will be considered for the position. Copies of License/Certifications should be uploaded with your application. A copy of the academic transcript is required. Appointment of successful candidate will be conditional based on receipt of the official transcript provided by the school, college, or university. APPLY NOW EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Salary : $44,218 - $73,954