Dietitian – Pediatric Psychiatric Hospital

Contract, Full-Time

St. Louis, Missouri

Posted 1 week ago

Location: St. Louis, MO 63133
Pay: $35.00/hour W-2
Schedule: Approximately 20 hours/week
Hours: Daytime, Monday–Friday
Preferred Schedule: Approximately 4 hours each morning, 5 days/week
Assignment: Contract through April 30, 2027, with potential extensions
Candidate Submission Deadline: October 7, 2026

Job Description

JLK Global Staffing Solutions is seeking a qualified Dietitian for an onsite contract opportunity Pediatric Psychiatric Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.

The Dietitian will provide nutrition services to approximately 20–30 pediatric patients ages 6–17 in a psychiatric hospital setting. This role involves completing nutrition assessments, monitoring patients at nutritional risk, developing individualized nutrition interventions, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Missouri-licensed Dietitian seeking a flexible 20-hour-per-week daytime schedule with a long-term contract assignment.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct nutrition assessments for pediatric patients.
Complete nutrition-risk follow-ups and monitor patient progress.
Develop and implement individualized nutrition interventions.
Participate in interdisciplinary patient care and treatment planning.
Coordinate special dietary needs with the appropriate care team.
Facilitate nutrition education and nutrition-based group activities.
Review and approve menu changes as needed.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and nutrition records.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to support patients’ nutritional and overall care needs.

Required Qualifications

Current Missouri Dietitian license.
Current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR).
Ability to work onsite in St. Louis, MO.
Ability to complete required background, fingerprinting, and health-clearance requirements.
Pediatric or behavioral health experience is preferred.

Compensation & Schedule

$35.00/hour W-2
Approximately 20 hours per week
Monday–Friday, daytime hours

The preferred schedule is approximately 4 hours each morning, 5 days per week. Alternative scheduling may be considered based on facility needs.

Assignment Details

This is a contract Dietitian position expected to continue through April 30, 2027, with potential extensions based on facility requirements.

Apply Now

JLK Global Staffing Solutions is actively accepting qualified Dietitian candidates for this opportunity. Candidates should submit their updated resume as soon as possible to allow time for review and client submission before the October 7, 2026 deadline.