Dietitian

Agency: Department of Human ServicesLocation: Park Forest, IL, US, 60466-1200Opening Date: 7/22/2024Closing Date: 8/2/2024Salary: Anticipated Salary (Effective 7/1/24) $4,952 - $6,952 per month ($59,424 - $83,424 per year)County: CookNumber of Vacancies: 1• **MUST APPLY ONLINE ***This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.Posting Identification Number 38270Position OverviewThe Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Dietitian for the Ludeman Developmental Center located in Park Forest, Illinois to interpret diet prescriptions in the planning and preparation of menus and diets for individuals at the Center. Plans and directs the preparation of diets. Participates in the habilitation planning process. Trains professional and paraprofessional staff with regard to proper nutrition and dietary requirements. Verifies compliance with Joint Commission and Public Health Standards, as well as the Center’s and Department of Human Services (DHS’s) policies and procedures regarding nutrition and dietary needs.Job Responsibilities• Serves as Dietitian for the Ludeman Developmental Center.• Provides direction to staff in the areas of food preparation, portion control, modified diet, sanitation procedures and stock maintenance in accordance with Public Health Standards.• Conducts regular reviews of food and related supplies and equipment in the Stores areas and on the units.• Performs quality assurance checks including sanitation, food production and of the physical plant.• Conducts in-service training to professional and para-professional staff regarding nutritional needs, dietary requirements, sanitation procedures, portion control, Joint Commission and Public Health Standards in accordance with in-service needs.• Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.Minimum Qualifications• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with course in dietetics.• Requires licensure as a dietitian nutritionist by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.*Conditions of Employment• Requires possession of a current Food Service Sanitation Certificate issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health or requires possession of a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification from a program accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Conference for Food Protection (CFP).• Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.• Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties.• Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.• Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.• All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm with 1 late and 1 early day per month (see below)1 Early shift per month: 7:00am-3:30pm1 Late shift per month: 9:00am-5:30pmWork Location: 114 N Orchard Dr Park Forest, IL 60466-1200Division of Developmental DisabilitiesLudeman Developmental CenterDietary ServicesAgency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.govPosting Group: Health Services ; Social ServicesAbout the Agency:The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:A Pension Program• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)• * Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)• GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspxThe main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.comJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:• AD&D insurance• Dental insurance• Disability insurance• Employee assistance program• Flexible schedule• Flexible spending account• Health insurance• Life insurance• Paid time off• Parental leave• Pet insurance• Professional development assistance• Retirement plan• Vision insuranceSchedule:• 8 hour shift• Day shift• Monday to FridayPeople with a criminal record are encouraged to applyApplication Question(s):• Do you possess the licensure as a dietitian nutritionist by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation?• Do you possess the knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with course in dietetics?Education:• Bachelor's (Preferred)License/Certification:• licensure as a dietitian nutritionist (Required)Ability to Relocate:• Park Forest, IL 60466: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person