Dietitian Technician, Pilgrim Psychiatric Center,

Job description

NY HELPS No

n55-b/c Eligible No

nAgency Mental Health, Office of

nTitle Dietitian Technician, Pilgrim Psychiatric Center, P27833

nOccupational Category Health Care, Human/Social Services

nSalary Grade 11

nBargaining Unit ISU - Institutional Services Unit (CSEA)

nSalary Range From $47695 to $58447 Annually

nEmployment Type Full-Time

nAppointment Type Permanent

nInternship No

nJurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

nTravel Percentage 0%

nWorkweek Mon-Fri

nHours Per Week 40

nWorkday

nFrom 6 AM

nTo 6 PM

nFlextime allowed? No

nMandatory overtime? No

nCompressed workweek allowed? No

nTelecommuting allowed? No

nCounty Suffolk

nStreet Address Pilgrim998 Crooked Hill Road Psychiatric Center

n140 Old Orangeburg Road

nCity West Brentwood

nState NY

nZip Code 11717

nDuties Description Under the supervision of a Dietitian, assists in providing dietetic and nutrition services to individuals, which may include any of the tasks and activities described below for Dietitian 1 and 2.• Maintains individuals’ records in accordance with program standards and requirements; and documents and updates individuals’ information, such as diet histories and plans, and modifications prescribed by physicians.• Performs standardized dietetic care tasks, such as nutrition screenings and assessments on low-risk individuals.• Observes individuals at mealtimes; records and reports observations, including eating habits and reactions to food and special diets; and consults with supervisor and treatment staff regarding changes in individuals’ diet and nutrition goals.• Provides standard nutrition information and instruction on diets and food preparation activities to individuals, families, and healthcare staff.• Inspects or supervises food preparation, handling, service areas, and meals; and assists in identifying deficiencies and implementing corrective action plans to ensure compliance with prescribed diets, menus, standards, and requirements.• Monitors and maintains food service and supply inventories.

nMinimum Qualifications Current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) as a Dietetic Technician, Registered or Nutrition and Dietetics Technician, Registered.

nAdditional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance• Access to tuition assistance programs• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave• NYS Retirement programsBackground checks will be required.JOB REQUIREMENTS:• Ability to comprehend, interpret and apply proper standards of cleanliness, sanitation and safety in relation to the storage, preparation and serving of food.• Ability to communicate advice and instructions concerning proper diets and general nutrition to food service staff and to patients and their families.• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate, standard dietary records and reports.This position is eligible for the Downstate Adjustment of $4,000.Notes:1. If you fail to maintain your license and/or registration once you are appointed, action will be taken to remove you from the position.2. In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment.3. If appointed, you may be required to become an enrolled Medicare provider; obtain and provide to your employer a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number issued by the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES); and otherwise actively participate to the degree necessary to allow for your services to be billed through Medicare and Medicaid. If you are appointed and you lose the ability to bill through Medicare and Medicaid, you may be terminated from your employment.

nSome positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

nName Human Resources

nTelephone

nFax

nEmail Address

nAddress

nStreet Pilgrim Psychiatric Center

n998 Crooked Hill Road

nCity West Brentwood

nState NY

nZip Code 11717

nNotes on Applying To be considered for this position, please copy the link below into a new browser window to complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application, and submit it along with your resume and other application materials via fax or email the Human Resources email address noted above. Please indicate the Title, Vacancy ID #, and Location of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email or fax. Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Worksite address

brentwood, NY, 11717, US

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