Company Description:

Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to meeting the needs of children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Serving hundreds of individuals daily, DDI is committed to upholding the highest standards of individualized services through a team of expertly trained and caring professionals. For more information, visit www.ddiny.org.

Position Type: Full-Time On-Site

Work Schedule: Flexible Schedule; Monday-Friday

• (7am-3pm, 8am-4pm, 9am-5pm)
• No weekends or holiday

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify as necessary individual specific diet plans
• Create menus for DDI personnel to follow
• Participates as appropriate in training of DDI personnel on menus, diet plans, and modified diets
• Ensure compliance with OPWD regulatory standard
• Liaison with facility nurse regarding nutrition issues
• Routine observations on at least a quarterly basis of mealtimes for individuals with modified diets to ensure staff competency of meal preparation and diet appropriateness.
• -Ensure standards for sanitation, safety and security in food preparation and service

Why Join DDI?

• Meaningful Work: Make a positive impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities.
• Collaborative Environment: Work within a supportive and committed team.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for training and career development.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Group Life, Disability, and Long-Term Care Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account option
• 403(b)-retirement plan
• Recruitment Referral Rewards
• PTO

Qualifications:

• N.Y. State Registered Dietician's License required
• N.Y. State Driver's License
• Knowledge of OPEDD regulations preferred - Experience with MR/DD preferred
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• CPR and First Aid certifications are preferred.
• Strong critical thinking and critical thinking skills.

If you are interested in learning more about the open positions at DDI, please apply.

DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision-making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued, and respected. We are people inspired by purpose. OPWDD

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.22 - $31.42 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Long term care

Medical specialties:

• Public Health

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Smithtown, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person