Home Delivery Meal Driver (Per Diem)
About The Position
Jewish Family Service LA (JFSLA) is a comprehensive network of services supporting individuals and families in Los Angeles. They are committed to providing a full spectrum of care with a highly trained staff and volunteers. JFSLA emphasizes professionalism, integrity, and a nurturing environment for its staff, offering a comprehensive benefits package. The organization values diversity and inclusion, seeking unique contributions from individuals of all backgrounds to better serve their clients and maintain organizational excellence. The Per Diem/As Needed Home Delivery Meal Driver is responsible for delivering meals to home-bound participants and acting as a liaison to monitor clients in the senior nutrition program.
Requirements
- Valid and unrestricted California Driver's license and good driving record.
- Must be a reliable, mature adult and have the ability to relate well to older people.
- Ability to handle emergency situations effectively.
- Basic knowledge of social, economic and psychological problems of home-bound elderly.
- Licensed driver with a clean driving record and proof of auto liability insurance required.
- Must be familiar with using maps.
- Able to lift 25 lb without assistance.
- Must pass a criminal background check (Live Scan fingerprinting) and drug test prior to beginning employment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with basic data entry is preferred.
- Ability to speak Russian, Spanish or Farsi is a plus.
- Culturally sensitive and able to work with a multicultural client/customer population.
- Ability to work in a non-judgmental manner and foster positive growth/outcomes.
- Able to work as part of a team and maintain professional boundaries.
Responsibilities
- Deliver meals daily to home-bound elderly.
- Serve as a link between frail, isolated participants and the Home Delivered Meal Coordinator.
- Assess physical and emotional condition of participants.
- Report health and behavioral changes to HDM Coordinator.
- Respond effectively to emergency situations.
- Maintain records of all participants on route.
- Maintain delivery van in good driving and sanitary condition.
- Collect meal contributions.
- Track and record food temperature on daily log.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
