Allergies, Coaching, Communication Skills, Community and Social Services, Content Delivery Network (CDN), Cook Dishes, Developmental Disabilities, Diabetes, Dietetics, Documentation, Driver's License, Food Safety, Health Insurance, Health Plan, Healthcare, Leadership, Medical Conditions, Nutrition, Nutrition Therapy, Onboarding, Organizational Skills, Portion Control, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Requirements Validation/Verification, Scholarship, Staff Training, Time Management, Tuition Fees, eLearning
Lifetime Assistance – Registered Dietitian
Make an Impact. Create Joy. Shape the Future.
At Lifetime Assistance, our mission is to foster independence, dignity, and respect for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Working with us goes beyond just a job—it’s a chance to transform lives, including your own.
Position Overview:
Job Title: Registered Dietitian
Location: Rochester, NY (various residential and day program settings)
Department: Health Services-
Employment Type: Part Time 8-12 Hours per week, Days
Starting Wage: $25.65 - $27.70 per hour
Posting #: 4-5070
Why You Should Work for Lifetime Assistance?
- No-Premium Health Insurance: Access comprehensive healthcare without added cost.
- Education Support: Tuition assistance, scholarships — 50% off tuition for two courses per semester plus up to $3,000 scholarship per semester — plus micro-credential stipends up to $750 and SUNY partnerships.
- Paid Training & Coaching: Receive hands-on onboarding with a Success Coach, immersive learning, e-learning, and ongoing paid training.
- Career Growth: Clear pathways to advancement, leadership training, and coaching support.
- Work-Life Harmony: Flexible scheduling and generous paid time off ensure sustainable balance.
- Join a Caring Culture: Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team that values every person — both those we support and our employees alike.
Your Core Responsibilities:
- Review and approve rotating menus to ensure nutritional adequacy and regulatory compliance.
- Conduct nutritional assessments and develop individualized dietary care plans.
- Create and monitor therapeutic diets for medical conditions including diabetes, dysphagia, and food allergies.
- Conduct mealtime observations to ensure diet orders and safe eating practices are followed.
- Train and educate staff on nutrition, portion control, and safe food preparation.
- Maintain accurate and timely records in line with regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support person-centered care planning.
- Promote health education and lifelong healthy eating habits for individuals and caregivers.
What You Bring:
- Education & Credentials: Registered Dietitian (RD) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration and New York State Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist (CDN) license.
- Experience: Prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred; knowledge of therapeutic diets and regulatory standards required.
- Skills: Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills; ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Requirements: Valid NYS driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
Our Mission & Culture:
- Mission-Driven Work: Empowering individuals to live with independence and purpose—here, your work truly matters.
- Inclusive & Supportive: A workplace built on respect, dignity, and a shared vision of inclusion.
- Community Impact: Join efforts that reflect Lifetime Assistance’s dedication to community partnerships and enhanced quality of life for all.
Are You Ready to Begin?
If you’re passionate, caring, and ready to transform lives, including your own, apply today!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Lifetime Assistance is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.
“I am part of something bigger… Being a Lifetime Assistance employee means everything to me.”
— Kimberly C, Family Coordinator of Community Services, celebrating her 30th year with us
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Lifetime Assistance Incorporated
At Lifetime Assistance, we offer a full spectrum of services to empower individuals with developmental disabilities.
We’re a dedicated, hands-on partner who helps people with developmental disabilities to achieve their full potential and to be included in our community. Whether it’s getting a job in the career field of their choice, living as independently as possible, or leading a healthy and happy life, these goals are reached because we reach them together. By combining our expertise and training with a deep understanding of each person’s specific desires, we can facilitate a person centered plan that will best foster independence, dignity and success.
Mission
Our Mission is to foster independence, dignity, and respect for individuals with disabilities.
Vision
Our vision is to help each person reach his or her full potential and realize the opportunities of a Lifetime.
1,000 to 1,499 employees
Professional Development, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Transportation Allowance, Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, Military Leave
https://www.lifetimeassistance.org