Mow Driver

Union Settlement Association•East Harlem, NY

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Meals on Wheels (MOW) Driver will primarily be responsible for delivering meals to homebound clients. This role is part of the Aging, Health, & Wellness Services department and reports to the Meals on Wheels Coordinator. The position is part-time, working Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, with a salary of $17.00 per hour. The FLSA status is Non-Exempt.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid license to operate a vehicle in New York State.
At minimum three years experience operating a vehicle.
No convictions for driving while intoxicated in the prior 2 years.
No more than one moving violation within the prior 2 years.
English speaking and writing proficiency.
Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (30+ pounds), as well as walk to deliver meals daily.
Good organizational ability, time management, and interpersonal skills (ability to connect with clients and work with a team).
Knowledge of and desire to work with aging populations.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

Deliver meals to homebound clients on a daily basis.
Use appropriate heating and cooling devices when packing meals.
Package meals into hot and cold containers each day for delivery.
Maintain accurate daily route sheet.
Follow agency protocol and procedure to report any difficulty with meal delivery (i.e. client not home, not answering door) or changes in client status (i.e. slurred speech, deterioration in client appearance, confusion).
Follow agency protocol and procedure to report any observable issues at the clients’ homes (visible tampering with door or locks).
Follow agency protocol and procedure to report any information the client provides regarding planned absences (hospital stays, vacations, etc.) that would prevent the client from being home to receive his or her meal.
Report any problems with the assigned vehicle to the MOW Coordinator immediately.
Clean and sanitize all delivery bags, boxes, holding containers and truck compartments daily.
Assist with kitchen and/or other program duties as assigned by the MOW Coordinator, the Deputy Director of Senior Services, or the Director of Senior Services.