Dietitian

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more Information, Please See https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13460103 Job Requisition ID:**51531 OpeningDate:**05/01/2026\ Closing Date:**05/14/2026\ Agency:**Department of Human Services\ Class Title:**DIETITIAN - 12510\ Skill Option:**UMP Credential\ Bilingual Option:**None\ Salary:**Anticipated Salary (effective 7/1/26): $5,328 - $7,480 per month ($63,936 - $89,760 per year)\ Job Type:**Salaried\ Category:**Full Time\ County:**Kankakee\ Number of Vacancies:**2\ Bargaining Unit Code:**RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME Region 1/South Work County:**Cook Work Hours:**Various shifts, see below: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, working one early shift (choice of: 6:00am - 2:30pm or 6:30am - 3:00pm) one late shift (choice of 12:00pm - 8:30pm or 12:30pm - 9:00pm or 1:00pm 9:30pm or 1:30pm - 10:00pm) and one weekend day (choice of Saturday or Sunday, 8:00am - 4:30pm) per month, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch, Central Dietary Headquarter Location:**100 E Jeffery St, Kankakee, Illinois, 60901 Division of Developmental Disabilities Shapiro Center Dietary To be considered, applicants must apply through our official website:** https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job-invite/51531/ Why Work for Illinois?** Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career youre looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois. Position Overview The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Dietitian for the Shapiro Center located in Kankakee, Illinois to interpret diet prescriptions in the planning and preparation of menus and diets for individuals. Plans and directs the preparation of all diets. Participates in the habilitation planning process. Trains professional and paraprofessional staff with regard to proper nutrition and dietary requirements. Verifies compliance with Joint Commission and Public Health Standards, as-well-as, the Centers and Department of Human Services (DHS) policies and procedures regarding nutrition and dietary needs. Essential Functions Interprets diet prescriptions in the planning and preparation of menus and diets for individuals at Shapiro Center. Provides direction to staff in the areas of food preparation, portion control, modified diet, sanitation procedures and stock maintenance in accordance with Public Health Standards. Conducts regular reviews of food and related supplies and equipment in the Dietary areas and on the units. Performs quality assurance checks including sanitation, food production and physical plant. Conducts in-service training to professional and para-professional staff regarding nutritional needs, dietary requirements, sanitation procedures, portion control, Joint Commission and Public Health Standards in accordance with in-service needs. Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with courses in dietetics. Requires licensure a a dietitian nutritionist by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation as set forth in the Dietitian Nutritionist Practice Act (225 ILCS 30). This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title. Conditions of Employment Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays. Requires the ability to utilize off