Transportation Driver for Home Delivered Meals

CJE SeniorLife•Deerfield, IL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Driver delivers fresh/hot and frozen meals to homebound clients as assigned by the Senior Manager of Home Delivered Meals. The position is based 100% on-site at Weinberg Community for Senior Living in Deerfield, Illinois, with regular local travel in the city and neighboring suburbs using CJE vehicles. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The role is full-time, hourly, and non-exempt, with compensation of $23.00 per hour. Membership and dues payment in Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 73 are conditions of employment. The driver handles food according to departmental procedures and verifies that it is at the appropriate temperature. They observe clients during deliveries, report concerns or relevant information to the office promptly, and treat clients with warmth and consideration while protecting their privacy as required by HIPAA. The role also includes operating and maintaining vehicles and equipment safely, completing delivery and vehicle records, transporting mail and supplies, and moving inventory and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Work may involve varied environmental conditions, including wet, slippery, or icy streets and daylight or evening travel. CJE SeniorLife provides services for older adults, with a mission to support them in living with dignity, purpose, and connection. Benefits listed for eligible full-time employees include medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid vacation and sick time; employer-provided life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; a retirement plan; an employee assistance program; discounts; and ongoing training and professional development.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 21 years of age.
Valid State of Illinois driver’s license.
Meet the Agency’s Driver Evaluation Policy requirements as certified by the Secretary of State’s Office.
Maintain an appropriate driving record during employment as defined by the Agency’s Driver Evaluation Policy.
Meet approval requirements of the agency responsible for insuring CJE vehicles.
May be required under state requirements to furnish a record of a physical examination completed within six months before job assignment, with recertification if a communicable disease is contracted after the initial examination.
Comply with CJE policies, rules, and procedures pursuant to the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 and regulations issued by the Federal Highway Administration.
Ability to speak, read, and write English.
Membership and dues payment in SEIU Local 73 as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the service area.
Work background demonstrating patience and the ability to work well under stress.

Responsibilities

Deliver fresh/hot and frozen meals to homebound clients as assigned by the Senior Manager of Home Delivered Meals.
Protect clients’ privacy and respect their rights to the extent required by HIPAA.
Observe clients during deliveries, report concerning changes or issues immediately, and relay relevant client information to office staff in a timely manner.
Follow Home Delivered Meals Department procedures for loading, delivering, and handling food and food materials.
Verify that food is at the appropriate temperature.
Travel locally in the city and neighboring suburbs under varied environmental conditions.
Safely operate vehicle equipment, including the fire extinguisher, cell phone, and emergency equipment.
Pick up and deliver interoffice and other mail, packages, office supplies, and other assigned or requested items.
Lift and transport boxes and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Perform multiple tasks effectively under stressful situations while meeting minimum acceptable performance standards.
Communicate with, understand, and respond to the client population, taking account of clients’ special needs so they feel safe, secure, and comfortable.
Maintain records accurately, including Daily Vehicle Inspection Logs, incident/accident reports, and Home Delivered Meals worksheets.
Keep vehicles and hot/cold food sections clean and orderly, and report changes in vehicle status or mechanical repair needs.
Transport and store inventory as assigned.