Clinical Nutrition Manager 1

Join a great team where our residents and patients are at the heart of everything we do!

Sodexo is seeking a Registered Dietitian for a Clinical Nutrition Manager position with Covenant Living of the Great Lakes in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  This premier Continuing Care Retirement Community is located in a 40-acre woodland, minutes from downtown Grand Rapids and close to parks, shopping, live music, and fine dining in the heart of Western Michigan.  

Start with 3 weeks' vacation and 3 personal days

Reimbursement for Academy dues, state licensure fees and CDR renewal

Money toward continuing education events

Up to $5000 tuition reimbursement annually

• provide nutrition care to assisted living and skilled nursing residents;
• meet DOH/state/federal and company standards;
• be an active member of interdisciplinary care conferences;
• represent the Food & Nutrition Department as a liaison with the medical and nursing staff; and
• support the food service operation as a valued member of the operational leadership team.

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

• Registered Dietitian credentials;
• strong verbal and written communication skills;
• strong leadership skills;
• the ability to work well with physicians, nursing and ancillary staff; and
• excellent interpersonal skills to make every day a better day for our residents.

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Minimum Education Requirement:

Master's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) 

For those eligible for the registration exam prior to 1/1/24:

Bachelor's degree with completion of required coursework and supervised practice as dictated by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) 

Credentials Requirement:

Meets eligibility requirements for Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and will become registered within 120 days of hire.  In some states and/or facilities the RD/RDN credentials is required at the time of hire
Certification/licensure as required by state(s) of practice. In some states and/or facilities state certification/licensure is required at the time of hire

Minimum Functional Experience - 1 year work experience in health care including hospitals, nursing homes, assisted or independent living facilities, long-term care, retirement homes, or clinics + Meets eligibility requirements for certification as a Registered Dietitian