Registered Dietitian at Gun Lake Tribe

Martin Township, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Nutrition Therapy, Nutritional Assessment, Chronic Disease Management, Maternal-Child Health Nutrition, Patient Counseling, Care Planning, Trauma-Informed Care, Community Outreach, Electronic Health Records, Meal Planning, Behavior Change Strategies, Culturally Relevant Education

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Job Title: Registered Dietitian Department: Health & Human Services (HHS) Reports To: Medical Director/Nurse Manager Location: Health & Human Services Building Level/Status: Full Time Open Date: July 6, 2026 Close Date: Open Until Filled SUMMARY The Registered Dietitian (RD) provides medical nutrition therapy and culturally relevant nutrition education for clinic patients, community health participants, and Tribal Elders. This position supports maternal-child health programs, infant and early childhood nutrition, and chronic disease prevention and management. The RD collaborates closely with primary care providers, nursing, community health representatives, and wellness staff to deliver integrated, trauma-informed care. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field. * Current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) as a Registered Dietitian. * One year of clinical or community nutrition experience preferred. * Experience working with Tribal communities or in rural health settings preferred. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to the following: * Conduct comprehensive nutritional assessments and develop individualized care plans for patients referred by providers or through community programs. * Provide ongoing education and counseling for patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and cardiovascular disease. * Deliver nutrition services for maternal-child health, including prenatal nutrition, breastfeeding support, and infant feeding guidance. * Support and expand home visiting services, especially for elders and families with limited access to clinic-based care. * Develop and implement culturally relevant group nutrition classes and workshops. * Lead the nutrition component of the weight management program, including meal planning, behavior change strategies, and tracking progress. * Collaborate with the fitness coordinator and other wellness staff to deliver coordinated lifestyle change programming. * Participate in care team meetings to ensure coordinated service delivery. * Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record. * Assist with community health initiatives and outreach events promoting nutrition and wellness. * Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness and outcomes, adjusting interventions as needed. * Maintain current knowledge of best practices in nutrition and dietetics. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES * Ability to understand, gain knowledge and incorporate Anishinabek values, culture and customs into activities and services * Possesses excellent time management, coordination, and organization skills * Deliver clinical services in the home and office setting appropriate for all ages * Exercise initiative, good judgment, courtesy, and discretion in all interactions * Must have excellent interpersonal, self-starter, organizational, time management skills, and maintain regular attendance CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT * Must possess a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and be insurable * CPR certification required, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. * Occasional non-traditional hours including working evenings, weekends and holidays as required to meet program needs and deadlines * Ability and willingness to travel for program requirements, meetings and continuing education SECURITY SENSITIVE This position will have access to information that is security sensitive and thereby subject to additional provisions. All information obtained will be protected under 42 CFR, part 2 and IHS/HIPPA policy rules and regulations. DISCLAIMER The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this job. These statements should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All applicants must be able to demonstrate their US work authorization during the employment verification process. The pre-employment process also requires the ability to pass a criminal background investigation and drug/alcohol test. NATIVE AMERICAN PREFERENCE The Match-E-Be-Nash-She-Wish Band of Pottawatomi recognizes Native American preference in its hiring and employment policies.

Responsibilities

The Registered Dietitian provides medical nutrition therapy and culturally relevant education for clinic patients, community participants, and Tribal Elders. Key duties include conducting nutritional assessments, managing chronic diseases, and supporting maternal-child health programs.