Registered Dietitian - Weight Loss and Healthy Lifestyle
12 days ago
Somerset
Job Description Partnership health is seeking a compassionate and knowledgeable Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) to support our members in achieving sustainable weight loss, improved health behaviors, and long-term lifestyle change. The ideal candidate is skilled in evidence‑based nutrition counseling, behavior-change strategies, and personalized meal planning. We are looking for our Registered Dietitian to come and present us with a program for both individual and group counseling that will support weight loss and healthy lifestyle choices at our Franklin township/Somerset location. Key Responsibilities • Conduct comprehensive nutrition assessments, including medical history, dietary habits, lifestyle factors, and readiness for change., • Develop individualized nutrition care plans focused on weight management, chronic disease prevention, and healthy lifestyle improvement., • Provide ongoing 1:1 or group counseling to coach and to support behavior modification, goal setting, and accountability., • Create customized meal plans, shopping guides, and educational resources aligned with clients’ health needs and preferences., • Monitor client progress, adjust dietary strategies as needed, and document all care according to professional and organizational standards., • Deliver group workshops, webinars, or classes on topics such as weight loss strategies, mindful eating, portion control, and balanced nutrition., • Collaborate with healthcare providers, fitness professionals, or wellness coaches when applicable., • Stay current on nutrition science, weight-loss research, and best practices in lifestyle medicine., • Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential required; must be in good standing with CDR., • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field., • Completion of an accredited dietetic internship., • New Jersey licensure/certification as required., • Experience in weight management, lifestyle coaching, or clinical nutrition preferred., • Strong communication and motivational interviewing skills., • Expertise in behavior-change models (e.g., motivational interviewing, cognitive‑behavioral strategies)., • Knowledge of medical nutrition therapy (MNT) for obesity, diabetes, and heart health., • Ability to translate complex nutrition science into simple, actionable guidance., • Empathy, patience, and a client-centered counseling style., • Supportive & encouraging, • Evidence-based, • Highly organized, • Strong interpersonal skills, • Passionate about helping others achieve healthier lifestyles