Bachelors Degree

1 year of experience

Registered Dietitian

Lifting 50 lbs, sitting for long periods, looking at screens for long periods.

Monday – Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, 10 – 20 hours per week

The STEPS Registered Dietitian Consultant (RDC) will meet individually with University of Kentucky students who are struggling with their relationship with food. Whether an eating disorder, disordered eating or other eating concerns, the RDC will help the student explore their thoughts about food, body and/or movement, their eating behaviors and barriers to recovery.

Individualized recommendations will be made in regards to nutritional needs, meal planning and weight restoration, as needed. The RDC will also collaborate and consult with treatment team members on client care and coordination.

Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.

Ability to utilize an evidence-based, weight-inclusive philosophy. Focus on well-being independent of weight through a non-diet, Health at Every Size and Intuitive Eating approach.

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.