DIETITIAN II - Pueblo Regional Center
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DIETITIAN II - Pueblo Regional Center
Salary
$2,745.60 - $3,843.20 Biweekly
Location
Pueblo, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
IJD 00070 2/102026
Department
Colorado Department of Human Services
Division
OAADS - Pueblo Regional Center
Opening Date
02/10/2026
Closing Date
2/25/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
Pueblo Regional Center 270 W. John Powell Blvd. Pueblo West, CO 81007
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
araceli.diaz@state.co.us
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
Description
Benefits
Questions
Department Information
This position is open only to Colorado state residents
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
PUEBLO REGIONAL CENTER (PRC)
This work unit exists to ensure the Agency complies with all state and federal regulations relating to Food and Nutrition Services; and to provide complete Food and Nutrition services to the residents living in Pueblo Regional Center group homes. Services include but are not limited to: Medical Nutrition Therapy (assessing nutritional status, determining the nutrition diagnosis, determining appropriate nutrition interventions, and monitoring and evaluation outcomes), nutrition counseling, meal planning, and guidance for safe, nutritionally adequate, cost-effective and quality meal service. The unit is also responsible for instructing direct support staff on food safety and sanitation, food buying principles, inventory control, and therapeutic diets. The unit dietitian is responsible for monitoring food service and food budget expenditures for the homes.
Description of Job
About the Position
This position exists to meet Waiver regulations by addressing short-term and long-term nutritional needs of intellectually disabled individuals through nutritional assessment, development, and implementation of nutritional care plans; to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan with the interdisciplinary team and to work with other team members in transitioning clients to the community. As required by Medicare/Medicaid standards, this will be accomplished by the Nutrition Care Process and Medical Nutrition Therapy.
Primary Job Duties
Medical Nutrition Therapy.
Screens, assesses, and monitors each ID individual's nutritional status for optimal health including, but not limited to, individuals with chronic medical conditions, inborn errors of metabolism, oral-motor dysfunction, and individuals with a wide range of moods and psychiatric behaviors. Provides physicians and other healthcare professionals with a formal nutrition assessment as part of the direct patient care for dietitians outlined in the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Guidelines. This position has the primary responsibility for tracking and reporting the resident's weights, assessing the reasoning/cause for significant changes, and working with appropriate individuals to implement changes as needed.
Nutrition Counseling.
Counsels individuals and direct care staff that care for the individual on nutritional issues such as diabetes management through diet. Conduct training and in-service education to direct care staff on medical therapeutic diets, food safety and sanitation, food buying principles, inventory control, food preparation, and texture modification for an individual's diet.
Menu Individualization.
Develops and maintains individualized menus for clients to meet the requirements for medical nutrition therapy as well as individual preferences. Adapts recipes to meet the nutritional and oral-motor needs of individuals within the allocated budget.
Dietary Audits and Nutrition Charting.
Conducts regular audits of group homes to monitor all dietary practices that directly affect an individual's nutritional status, food safety, sanitation and meal service. Additionally, charts on residents to reflect the latest Medical Nutrition Therapy implementation.
Duties as Assigned
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Applicants must attach a CURRENT and VALID Registered Dietician license to be considered for this position
Experience Only:
Five (5) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position equal to five (5) years
Special Qualifications:
A Master's degree in an accredited dietetics program.
A registered Dietitian license Through the American Dietetic Association is required for this position.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience as a mentor, trainer, or supervisor over healthcare staff.
Experience applying person-centered practices.
Experience writing assessments and working with Individual Service and Support Plans (ISSP).
Working knowledge of HIPAA rules and regulations.
Computer proficiency.
Writing assessments and following Individual service and support plans.
Team Player
Excellent Customer Service Skills
Good Work History
Relevant years of state service experience.
Conditions of Employment.
Full Background Check - CDHS employees (all Direct contact with vulnerable persons): CBI name check and fingerprint check, ICON Colorado court database, Medicare fraud database, Reference Checks, Professional License verification (licensure requirements), Drug Screen, PREA (Division of Youth Services), Trails check (direct contact with children), CAPS (direct contact with adults - Mental Health Institutes, Regional Centers, Veterans Community Living Centers)
Shift Work - PRC is a 24/7 facility, must be available to work any shift, any day and/or any area, to meet the a agency needs.
This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application (unless otherwise identified in the posting), and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position.
Motor Vehicle Check , if the employee will drive a state-owned vehicle, either in an on-going capacity while performing their normal day-to-day job duties OR on occasion for training/meetings/client visits/etc.
Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License
Travel - Position must travel between remote work sites and may be required to transport individuals. Must utilize a State vehicle, if available. If not, must utilize a personal vehicle and request mileage reimbursement. A state vehicle must be utilized when transporting individuals.
Special Qualifications - A Master's degree in an accredited dietetics program. A registered Dietitian license through the American Dietetic Association is required for this position.
Training - Must demonstrate the ability to lift 50 lbs., bend, kneel, squat, etc. and perform interventions proficiently throughout employment.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must:
Disclose that information on the application.
Explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify you from the current position.
Provide your employee number from your prior State employment. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination and failure to provide this information will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.
Supplemental Information
CDHS Selection Process Explanation
Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.
Preferred Qualifications & Competencies:
Relevant years of state service experience.
Minimum Qualification Screening Process
A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."
You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated. Comparative Analysis Process - Structured Application Review
After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve a review and rating of all the information you submit. The comparative analysis step may also include your results from an eSkills Test.
Your Work Experience/Job Duties.
Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications.
If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.
Supplemental Questions
Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing). Appeal Rights
You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board (https://spb.colorado.gov/) website.
You or your representative must sign and submit the official appeal form for review.
You can find the official appeal form here (https://spb.colorado.gov/sites/spb/files/documents/Consolidated%20Appeal%20-%20Form%20-%202025.pdf) .
You must be deliver the official appeal form to the State Personnel Board:
By email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), or
Postmarked in US Mail to(1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203, or
Hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or
Faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.
Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:
At (303) 866-3300, or
Refer to the Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, within the Rules (https://spb.colorado.gov/board-rules) webpage.
Supplemental Information
How to apply to the State of Colorado (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKuwGdPpOW0) (Youtube Video, Runtime 3:59, Closed Captions Available)
The Assessment Process (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#assessment-process)
For additional recruiting questions, please contact araceli.diaz@state.co.us
About Us & Benefits
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, join the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS . In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/medical-benefits) and dental (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/dental-insurance) health plans
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-employee-benefits/disability-insurance)
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
State of Colorado Employee BenefitHub Resource Center (https://stateofcolorado.benefithub.com/app/home)
Employee Wellness program
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (https://dhr.colorado.gov/dhr-resources/student-loan-forgiveness-programs) .
Our Values
We believe in a people-first approach: We prioritize the needs, well-being, and dignity of the individuals, families and communities we serve. We commit to respect, fairness and access in every decision, policy and interaction. We engage client voices and experiences in the development and implementation of the services we provide.
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
ADA Accommodations
CDHS is committed to a Colorado for ALL qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment.
This includes completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to cdhs_ada@state.co.us .
EEO Statement
The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer
We are committed to increasing a "Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a "Colorado for ALL" drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Additional Support For Your Application
Toll Free Applicant Technical Support
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The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
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Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please explain why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify your application from the current position.
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A requirement of this position is to possess and maintain a valid dietitian license. For verification purposes have you attached a copy of you dietitian license (preferred), if not please provide your license number.
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Have you ever had to modify a nutrition plan due to cultural or religious considerations? How did you approach it?
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When collaborating with other healthcare professionals, what is your strategy for ensuring cohesive patient care?
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This position requires you to possess a valid, unrestricted Colorado Driver's License, do you possess a valid, unrestricted Colorado Driver's License?
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Describe your experience as a mentor, trainer, or supervisor over healthcare staff.
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Describe your experience applying person-centered practices.
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Describe your working knowledge of HIPAA rules and regulations. Give an example of a time when you ensured HPAA rules and regulations were being followed.
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Describe your experience utilizing Google Suite applications including G-Mail. Give examples of documents you created utilizing these applications
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