PACE Dietitian
Job Description
Role Overview
Use your passion for service to create a positive impact and make a difference in the communities we serve!
Sodexo is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Dietitian for a full time position with Capital Health LIFE, a Program of All‑Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) that helps seniors remain safe, healthy, and independent in their homes through coordinated medical, social, and supportive services. In this role, you'll manage the nutritional needs of older adults with complex medical and functional challenges, supporting participants across multiple settings—including the LIFE Center, skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, and participant homes—to improve health outcomes, maintain functional ability, and enhance quality of life.
What You'll Do
- conduct initial and periodic nutrition assessments in the LIFE Center, participant homes, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities;
- evaluate intake, medical conditions, medications, weight patterns, and cultural dietary preferences;
- monitor high‑risk concerns such as malnutrition, weight loss, dysphagia, and wound healing needs;
- provide nutrition counseling to participants, caregivers, and staff on special diets, healthy eating, and meal preparation; and
- work closely with nursing, medical providers, social workers, therapists, and transportation staff to deliver coordinated, participant‑centered care.
What We Offer
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.
What You Bring
- Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) credentials;
- experience in geriatrics, long‑term care, community health, or chronic disease management (preferred);
- excellent communication, leadership and customer service skills;
- ability to travel to participants’ homes and care facilities (mileage reimbursement provided);
- experience with regulatory accreditation and establishing and maintaining standards of care; and
- a strong commitment to excellence in all aspects of patient care.
Who We Are
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.
Qualifications & Requirements
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