NorthKey Community Care is seeking a Licensed Registered Dietitian to join our healthcare team on a part-time contract basis (1099).  This position is ideal for a self-motivated professional who values flexibility and enjoys providing high-quality, evidence-based nutrition services. Enjoy the freedom to create a schedule that works for you. Contractors may choose the days and hours they work Monday through Friday between 8:30 am and 5:30 pm (2 to 3 days a week). A hybrid work option may be available based on business needs. In-Person services will be provided at our Covington and/or Florence locations. 

PERKS & PAY

• Salary: $31.73 an hour
• Flexible, SELT-scheduled hours
• Independent contractor (1099) position
• Opportunity to work independently while collaborating with a supportive team
• Professional Development
• Professional liability coverage for clinical staff
• Potential eligibility for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's or advanced degree with a major in Nutrition, Dietetics, or related field.
• Relevant experience, expertise, and knowledge.
• Good written and verbal communication skills

JOB DUTIES

• This is a new position with NorthKey. We are looking for someone ready to hit the ground running and help with developing this program.
• Conduct routine screening and monitoring of clients' health status to improve the health and physical condition of clients.
• Provide clinical nutrition assessment, follow-up, and nutrition counseling.
• Assist client and treatment team in the development of service plans based upon assessment data to include goals and interventions related to nutrition.
• Provide consultation to behavioral health and medical staff.
• Assist clients with the development of nutritional interventions, which may include meal planning and tracking of dietary intake.
• Complete quality documentation of services provided, including service plans, progress notes, medication informed consent, treatment plan reviews, and other required information to assure compliance with organizational policies and third-party compliance standards.
• Ensure patients are seen routinely.
• Adhere to appropriate standards of care.
• Assist the treatment team in monitoring individuals for changes or decline in mental status or medical conditions.
• Collaborate with other staff members to promote quality patient care.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team communications.
• Perform histories and screenings, risk factor assessments per policies and/or as indicated.
• Ensure appropriate communication with other internal and external professionals for effective delivery of quality patient care.
• Adhere responsibly to all NorthKey policies and procedures.
• Adhere to confidentiality in all matters pertaining to client information.
• Maximize efficiency and effective use of time in maintaining accurate and punctual time reporting.
• Attend internal meetings relating to responsibilities and duties.
• Maintain a professional and business-like manner in dealing with all internal staff, Board members, state and governmental staff, sub-contractors, and vendors of NorthKey

NORTHKEY COMMUNITY CARE - COMPANY OVERVIEW
Since 1966, NorthKey Community Care (NorthKey) has provided quality, evidence-based mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities services to the Northern Kentucky region with the commitment to providing the right service, at the right time, and in the right place. With multiple convenient locations throughout the Northern Kentucky region (Kenton, Boone, Campbell, Grant, Carroll, Gallatin, Pendleton, and Owen counties), NorthKey offers a wide array of mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities services unparalleled in the region. Join our team to help us fulfill our mission of Transforming Lives and Communities Through Excellence in Mental Health, Substance Use, and Developmental Disabilities Services!