Dietitian; Part-Time - Springfield, IL

Overview

Gateway Foundation, Inc. is a national non‑profit dedicated to helping individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. Established in 1968, the organization provides essential tools and knowledge for recovery, positively impacting hundreds of thousands of lives.

Operating through its Community Services, Corrections Divisions, and Corporate Headquarters, Gateway is recognized for innovative, effective treatment approaches and high standards.

Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. We deliver high‑quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence‑based treatment proven to get results. You'll have the chance to provide essential services to underserved populations, work in a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth, and find personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.

Springfield Residential – 2200 Lake Victoria Dr, Springfield, IL 62703

• Residential Center – Adult Male and Female population

Two days per week (16–20 hours)

• Consult with and instruct clients with complex nutritional deficiencies, determine extent and duration of diet therapy, and instruct clients and families in appropriate diet upon discharge.
• Review and interpret physician‑prescribed diets, calculate special diets, write nutritional care plans, and evaluate and document clients’ response to diet therapy.
• Interview clients with complex nutritional deficiencies, determine suitability for treatment, and prepare written evaluations of clients’ nutritional state.
• Confere with physicians and nursing personnel to clarify orders, recommend appropriate diet treatments and exchange client information.
• Attend and contribute to client care meetings and conferences with physicians, nurses, and other personnel to promote and ensure proper dietary care.
• Make recommendations regarding development of master general menu and departmental policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics or a closely related field.
• Current Dietetic Nutritionist Licensure (LDN) active in the state of Illinois.
• General knowledge of clients’ physical, cognitive, and psychosocial functioning and the ability to tailor interventions and communicate appropriately based on individual maturation level.
• Analytical ability to collect information from diverse sources, apply professional principles in performing analyses, and summarize data to solve problems or design complex systems and programs.

• Ability to communicate orally.
• Ability to proofread and check documents for accuracy.

• Range begins at $24.74–$39.58 per hour.
• Gateway conducts annual reviews including merit increases.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
• Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness with cash‑saving premiums.
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health.

• 403(b) retirement plan with 3 % employer match.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability, life and AD&D insurance paid by Gateway.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

• 18 paid time‑off days per year – accrual rates increase with years of service.
• 9 paid company holidays.
• Work‑life balance.

• Training & Development programs.
• Tuition reimbursement – up to $5,250 per calendar year.
• eLearning access to online courses providing CEU’s and job‑related training.
• Clinical supervision – formal and informal guidance.

Gateway Foundation is an Equal Opportunity

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