Aging Services - Part-Time Home Delivered Meal Driver

Georgetown County•Georgetown County, SC

About The Position

Responsible for the safe and timely delivery of meals to eligible homebound seniors participating in Georgetown County Aging Services programs. The role involves proper meal handling, accurate delivery records, and monitoring and reporting client concerns. On an as-needed basis, the employee may also serve as a Site Driver/Site Coordinator Assistant, transporting eligible senior participants and assisting with site activities and meal service. The position is approximately 10 hours per week, primarily assigned to home-delivered meal services. Additional hours or alternate assignments as a Site Driver/Site Coordinator Assistant may be required based on departmental operational needs. Duties may be modified based on departmental needs.

Requirements

Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
Ability to complete required vehicle safety, food handling, and departmental training.
Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and maintain accurate records.
Dependable, courteous, and able to work independently.
Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle, frequently enter and exit vehicles, walk, bend, and lift or carry meal containers weighing up to 25 pounds.
Must be able to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Experience in delivery, transportation, food service, or working with older adults preferred.

Responsibilities

Report to the assigned location, obtain a County vehicle, and complete the required pre-trip inspection.
Verify meal counts, delivery rosters, and assigned routes.
Load, transport, and deliver meals safely according to established schedules and food safety procedures.
Maintain accurate delivery records and promptly report missed deliveries or client concerns.
Provide courteous and respectful service to senior participants.
Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report mechanical or safety concerns.
Complete and submit required paperwork.
When assigned as a Site Driver/Site Coordinator Assistant, transport eligible senior participants to and from designated senior centers using County vehicles.
Complete vehicle inspections and maintain accurate passenger rosters and transportation records.
Transport only participants listed on approved rosters.
Assist participants with safe vehicle entry and exit.
Assist the Site Coordinator with daily programs, meal service, participant activities, and facility cleanup.
Return vehicles to designated locations and submit required paperwork to the administrative office by 3:00 p.m. each Friday.
Follow County and departmental policies and safety procedures.
Maintain confidentiality of participant information.
Immediately report emergencies, safety concerns, and unusual client circumstances.
Perform other related duties as assigned.