Registered Dietician

Habitat Health empowers older adults to experience more good days in their homes and communities. Through the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), we provide comprehensive medical care along with support for daily needs such as meals, transportation, and in-home assistance. We deliver coordinated clinical and social care in our centers and directly in participants’ homes, creating a fully integrated experience that brings peace of mind and a true sense of belonging. As we expand our scalable, affordable PACE model to meet the growing and complex needs of aging populations, our mission-driven care teams continue to help participants live well on their own terms.

About the Role

The Dietitian will work within a multidisciplinary care team led by a primary care provider to ensure whole-person, integrated care. The Dietitian completes participant nutritional assessments and reassessments, screens and assesses participants' nutritional status, and uses pertinent data to plan and implement appropriate nutrition interventions. They obtain participant food preferences, make dietary modifications as needed, and provide nutrition education to participants, caregivers, and Habitat PACE staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement nutritional plans of care for participants that take into account social circumstances and medical needs, in collaboration with the PCP and interdisciplinary team.
• Plan and execute follow-ups and reassessments for each participant, or as necessary if there are changes in participant status.
• Assess participants’ access to food and make referrals to the interdisciplinary team for meal preparation evaluation and grocery shopping needs.
• Determine participants’ need for and order oral nutritional supplements accordingly.
• Provide instruction to participants and caregivers regarding dietary regimens and nutritional requirements (home visits as required).
• Develop and implement nutrition care plans for high-risk participants, including medical nutrition therapy recommendations.
• Monitor food intake, therapeutic diets, and special dietary modifications, and communicate information and concerns with the care team.
• Conduct sanitation and safety checks for kitchen and kitchen equipment as needed.
• Monitor adequacy of breakfast, lunch, and snack menus and adjust dietary regimens or nutritional requirements based on individual participants’ needs.
• Update the meal calendar, supplement sheet, diet lists, and assisted dining room guide as needed.
• Attend care planning sessions and report on the nutritional status of participants.
• Work with the State and Federal Food Program as guided by regulations.
• Serve as onsite subject matter expert to support quality programs and discipline-specific audits.
• Constructively seek and share feedback to help implement changes that improve clinical outcomes and participant experience.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or equivalent in food science, nutrition, and/or dietetics as required by the credentialing body.
• Current knowledge of medical terminology and the ability to complete written assessments and document participant care.
• Nationally Certified as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist.
• A minimum of one year of experience working with the frail or elderly.
• Alignment with our purpose and values, and excitement about living those out in daily practice.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment with comfort navigating ambiguity, adapting quickly, and contributing to continuous improvement.
• Strong learning and growth mindset, including seeking feedback, engaging in healthy debate, and using data and curiosity to inform decisions.
• Acts with integrity and ownership, considering broader organizational impact, doing the right thing, and following through to deliver results.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years as a practicing Registered Dietitian.
• Bilingual: Spanish/English preferred.
• PACE experience and/or ADHC/CBAS experience.
• A state-issued driver’s license, personal transportation, and auto insurance as required by law.

Essential Functions & Physical Requirements

The following statements describe the general nature of work and physical expectations common across roles at Habitat Health. Specific responsibilities may vary by position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work in healthcare, administrative, community, or remote environments, depending on role needs.
• Communicate effectively with participants, caregivers, team members, and other stakeholders in person, by phone, and through electronic systems.
• Remain stationary and/or move about for extended periods, consistent with job duties.
• Operate standard office equipment and/or clinical tools (e.g., computers, phones, medical devices, documentation systems).
• Travel between work sites or community locations as needed.
• Follow safety procedures, infection control protocols, and use personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.
• Perform tasks that may involve bending, reaching, lifting, or assisting participants, depending on role responsibilities.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull supplies, equipment, or materials typically up to 25–50 pounds, with assistance or mechanical aids, depending on job duties and role responsibilities.

Pay

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $93,000 - $110,000. This position is also eligible for a target annual bonus of 5% and may be eligible for additional incentive compensation, as applicable. The final compensation offered will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, education, certifications, geographical location, and business needs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and company-paid holidays.