Meals on Wheels Driver (On-Call)

Meals on Wheels Driver (On-Call)

Job Description

Organizational Summary

Union Settlement is an East Harlem based nonprofit organization founded in 1895. For over 130 years, Union Settlement has provided critical and innovative programming to children, youth, families, and older adults. As a pioneer of the settlement house movement, Union Settlement continues to meet the needs of the ever-changing East Harlem community through its core programs. Through these programs, New Yorkers gain opportunities, develop skills, and become empowered to pursue and achieve their dreams.

Today, Union Settlement provides services through 33 program sites in approximately 28 locations. Union Settlement’s current programmatic portfolio includes the following service areas: Early Childhood Education, Youth Development and Opportunity, Family Services (including the Family Enrichment Center, the Family Childcare Network, and the East Harlem Community Partnership, NYC Benefits, Adult Education, Mental Health Services, Older Adult Centers, and Economic Development. Union Settlement serves more than 15,000 individuals and nearly 1,000 businesses every year.

Position: Meals on Wheels Driver (On-Call)

Department: Aging, Health, & Wellness Services

Reports to: Meals on Wheels Coordinator

Hours: ON-Call Mon, Thurs, Friday 9:00am-3:30pm

Salary: $17.00 per hour

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Position Summary:

The Meals on Wheels (MOW) Driver will primarily be responsible for driving a Union Settlement van and/or truck to locations in East Harlem to deliver meals to homebound clients providing coverage during staff shortages.

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.

Qualifications:

• 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; Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

• 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)

CO R E CO M P E T E N C IE S

• Leading Others: Creates a sense of urgency throughout the organization on the importance of achieving outcomes. Inspires, influences, and enables team members to reach their goals
• Facilitating Change: Approaches challenges with creativity and flexibility. Demonstrates analytical thinking. Guides change to meet Union Settlement’s goals.
• Managing Performance: Evaluates and revises goals semi-annually with the team. Provides consistent supervision and documents performance highlights and concerns
• Applying and Developing Expertise: Embraces and leads the team to achieve milestones. Seeks and supports professional development opportunities for team members. Manages finances and budgets effectively
• Communicating and Collaborating: Listens well and actively engages with others with honesty and integrity and holds team accountable to the same standard

Union Settlement’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

Union Settlement is an equal opportunity employer. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.