STUDENT ASSISTANT - DIETETIC INTERN

The Dietetic Intern (Student Assistant) will be directed by the Dietetic Internship Director (Dietetics Assistant Director) in the Nutrition Services Department at the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero (ASH). Duties include but are not limited to:

• Performs nutritional assessments of patients. Designs and implements nutritional care plans. Develops meal patterns for patients on therapeutic diets. Gathers data to evaluate the effectiveness of nutritional care plans.
  
• With direction from a Registered Dietitian responds to nutritional consults on patients. Counsels and educates patients. Plans and presents nutrition education classes and participates in patient group facilitation.
  
• Participates in patients' treatment planning conferences.
  
• Plans and provides in-service instructions and seminars for hospital clinical staff.
  
• Assists in maintenance of quantity and quality control in food service, to include adherence to policies & procedures, sanitation and safety practices, and work standards. Assists in individual and group training for food service staff.
  
• Reviews and aids in development of policies and procedures to meet government regulations and standards of practice.
  
• Plans menus and food purchases. Maintains records such as technical and administrative operations, cost, supplies, equipment and inventory.
  
• Coordinates and communicates food service activities with other professionals and staff.
  

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

This position requires you to work within the Secured Treatment Area (STA).

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• STUDENT ASSISTANT

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-449621

Position #(s):
455-548-4870-902

Working Title:
STUDENT ASSISTANT - DIETETIC INTERN

Classification:
STUDENT ASSISTANT $3,075.00 - $4,144.00

# of Positions:
4

Work Location:
San Luis Obispo County

Telework:
In Office

Job Type:
Student Assistant

Facility:
DSH - Atascadero

Department Information The Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California. Located on the central coast of California, the Department of State Hospitals - Atascadero is in the vicinity of destination locations such as San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles and Morro Bay, with easy access to beautiful beaches, serene natural settings and many historical landmarks. We invite you to join our professional and talented workforce.

Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero

Special Requirements

This is a 10-month temporary appointment. Our program participates in the Dietetics Inclusive Centralized Application Services (DICAS) system; you must submit your DICAS application via WebAdMIT in order to be considered for this vacancy.

Who May Apply

Eligibility:

1. Students must have a Verification Statement from an ACEND-accredited Nutrition & Dietetics Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) within the past 5 years* or Foreign Dietitian Education program (FDE) and have earned at least a bachelor's degree granted by a regionally accredited college/university or foreign equivalent.

Students with degrees obtained outside the United States and its territories must review ACEND's guidelines for international applicants. The Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) requires individuals with foreign degrees to meet specific requirements to obtain the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential. Please refer to ACEND's website for International Students: International Students (eatrightpro.org)

AND

2. Master's Requirement (Two Options)

• Option 1 : Completion of a master's degree by the first day of the internship (January 1).
• Option 2 : Master's degree in-process
  • Must submit proof of enrollment in graduate degree program with application materials.
  • Must have completed a minimum of 20 graduate credit hours by the first day of the internship (January 1); submit proof with application materials.
  • Students must submit a coursework plan and agreement to complete remaining coursework during the dietetic internship or within one (1) year after completing the competency and supervised practice hour requirements of the internship (i.e., students must complete their master's degree within 12 months following the internship graduation) with application materials.
  • If completing master's degree coursework during internship program, coursework shall be asynchronous or otherwise able to be scheduled around the internship schedule (i.e., interns must be available to attend didactic classes and complete supervised practice hours at internship rotation sites Monday-Friday, 7 am to 5 pm).

*If the date on the DPD Verification Statement is more than 5 years prior to the start date of the internship, the applicant must take or have taken at least 9 semester or 12 quarter credits in upper-division dietetics-related coursework within the last 5 years at a university with an approved DPD or coordinated program. At least one course in medical nutrition therapy is required.

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 10/18/2024
Who May Apply
This is a non-testing classification, therefore anyone meeting the minimum qualifications listed on the classification specification may apply for this position. Individuals who are, or have been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, or a formerly incarcerated youth as defined by Government Code section 18220 are encouraged to apply and will be given priority. If you are applying under this eligibility status, please note on your application your eligibility by stating "preference under Government Code section 18220". Please note that prior to appointment, individuals claiming preference under one of these categories will be required to furnish documentation establishing their eligibility.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of State Hospitals
Attn: DSH - Atascadero Employment Office
PO Box 7005

Atascadero , CA 93423-7005

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of State Hospitals
DSH - Atascadero Employment Office
10333 El Camino Real

Atascadero , CA 93422

08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package including:

• Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Commute Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Additional benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: http://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero
Human Resources Contact:
DSH-Atascadero Employment Office
(805) 468-3384
ASHEmployment@dsh.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Rachael Drake
(805) 468-2502
Rachael.Drake@dsh.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
Pearl Melena
(805) 468-2007
Pearl.Melena@dsh.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Additional Application Requirements
All interested candidates must submit a Standard State Application Form (STD. 678), with original signature, and indicate Student Assistant-Dietetic Intern AND 455-548-4870-902 AND JC-449621 in the Examination/Job Title Section.

*Applications postmarked on the final filing date will be accepted. Scanned, copied or faxed applications will not be accepted.

*Applications will be screened and only the most competitive will be offered an interview.

*Any limited-term appointments may transition in to a permanent appointment.

Additional Information
Selected candidates will be required to submit to a criminal history review utilizing Live Scan fingerprinting.

This position requires candidates to pass a Medical Evaluation. You will be required to submit to a Medical Evaluation and receive clearance prior to being hired.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.