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Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPYes
The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyMental Health, Office of
The job title for the vacancy.TitleDietitian 2 (NY HELPS), New York State Psychiatric Institute, P27033
The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary Grade18
The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $66951 to $85138 Annually
Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided.Employment TypeFull-Time
This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination.Appointment TypePermanent
Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities.Jurisdictional ClassCompetitive Class
Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel.Travel Percentage0%
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform.Duties DescriptionAs a Dietitian 2 you will be part of a multidisciplinary treatment team and will assist in the food and nutrition program operations including:
• Developing, planning, and approving diets and menus.
• Consulting with healthcare providers on individual diet therapy programs to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions.
• Identifying and recommending activities to improve and maintain individuals' nutritional health.
• Providing nutritional care instructions and information to individuals.
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy.Minimum QualificationsCandidates from outside and within State Service may be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement - Statewide (NY HELPS) program as a Dietitian 2 if they have:
Current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) as a Registered Dietitian (RD) or New York State Education Department (NYSED) certification in dietetics-nutrition and have completed a minimum of an additional 400 hours of supervised dietetics practice under the supervision of a RD.
OR
Candidates from within State service may be considered for transfer to a competitive class position if they have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/55-c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Additional comments regarding the vacancy.Additional CommentsAll OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs
Background checks will be required.
This position is eligible for a Downstate Adjustment of $4,000.
Notes:
1. If you fail to maintain your license and/or registration once you are appointed, action will be taken to remove you from the position.
2. In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program). If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment.
3. If appointed you may be required to become an enrolled Medicare provider; obtain and provide to your employer a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number issued by the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES); and otherwise actively participate to the degree necessary to allow for your services to be billed through Medicare and Medicaid. If you are appointed and you lose the ability to bill through Medicare and Medicaid, you may be terminated from your employment.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Freqently Asked Questions
Holding current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) as a Registered Dietitian or a New York State Education Department certification in dietetics-nutrition significantly enhances employability, especially within New York's competitive healthcare environment.
Dietitian 2 professionals collaborate closely with healthcare providers to tailor diet therapy programs, ensuring nutritional needs are met effectively and improving patient outcomes through personalized menu planning and ongoing nutritional assessments.
With a foundation as Dietitian 2, professionals can pursue leadership roles such as clinical dietitian managers or specialists, benefiting from state-supported tuition assistance programs and opportunities for professional growth within agencies like the Office of Mental Health.
Yes, employees enjoy comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans, along with access to tuition assistance and pathways for advancement, making it an attractive workplace for dietitians in New York.
Prospective dietitians should note that employment is contingent on passing civil service exams for competitive class positions, maintaining active registration, and compliance with federal and state healthcare program exclusions.
New York City exhibits a high demand for registered dietitians due to its extensive healthcare network and diverse population, resulting in more job openings but also increased competition relative to smaller cities or regions.
Annual compensation for Dietitian 2 roles in New York generally spans from approximately $66,951 to $85,138, with additional downstate adjustments potentially increasing total earnings, reflecting the area's cost of living and job complexity.
Given New York City's traffic and transit congestion, many dietitians weigh commute times when considering positions, often preferring roles accessible by public transportation or those offering flexible schedules to balance work and travel.
New York State Job Services supports dietitians with tuition assistance, structured career pathways, and continuous learning options, enhancing skill sets while fostering advancement within public health institutions.
Unlike private sector roles, this position emphasizes compliance with civil service requirements, offers stable, permanent appointments, and integrates dietitians into multidisciplinary teams within state-run psychiatric and mental health facilities.
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