PROGRAM ASSISTANT-PART TIME

MEALS ON WHEELS PEOPLE INC • Portland, OR

2d • $17 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Assist program staff and volunteers with packaging and delivery of meals; client eligibility assessments and reassessments; volunteer coordination and maintenance of accurate records for Meals 4 Kids participants and volunteers. Responsible for administrative tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid Food Handler’s Certification or ability to obtain within two weeks
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and transportation required
• Ability to work with and coordinate volunteers
• Strong organizational, record keeping, time management and multi-tasking skills including the ability to set priorities and be flexible to last-minute changes
• Ability to work in a team environment and effectively communicate with diverse populations including minority, low income and persons with disabilities
• Ability to repetitively move 35lbs; routinely moves cooler and cooler bags from one location to another and from various heights in preparation of and for the completion of meal delivery; ability to ascend stairs and move around on city sidewalks
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new computer programs; experience with client data management systems a plus
• Any satisfactory combination of experience, training and/or education which ensures the ability to perform the work may substitute for the above qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform Meals on Wheels delivery duties for routes lacking volunteer coverage in assigned service area
• Ensure the proper packing and on-time delivery of meals to program participants by following all standards
• Follow up with participant if driver is unable to deliver the meal. Redeliver meals as necessary
• Assist with re-packing of bulk food items for distribution to families
• Assist with client eligibility assessments and annual reassessments as needed
• Assist with volunteer coordination as needed
• Complete administrative tasks as assigned
• Participate in in-service training and attend required meetings
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees