Meals on Wheels Driver – PT

Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack; Laconia (NH); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack Counties is seeking a part-time Meals on Wheels Driver in Laconia to deliver daily meals and perform wellness checks for eligible adults and seniors.

You will follow planned routes, keep accurate records and timesheets, lift up to 50 pounds, maintain vehicle sanitation, and report safety or service needs to your supervisor while upholding all program policies and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent credential.
• Experience: Maintaining professional boundaries with clients and confidentiality.
• Skills: Organize efficient route plans and work under time constraints of hot food delivery.
• Characteristics: Punctual, dependable, courteous and personable.
• Technical: Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Physical: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform duties requiring mobility.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily meals and perform wellness checks to seniors and eligible adults.
• Follow planned routes and maintain accurate route slips and timesheets.
• Report safety, environmental or social service needs to supervisor.
• Keep delivery equipment clean and vehicle sanitary.
• Distribute and collect donation envelopes as directed.
• Adhere to Meals on Wheels policies and food safety guidelines.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Route planning

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Description

Community Action Program of Belknap-Merrimack Counties Empowering Communities and Enriching Lives. Join Our Mission!

Job Title: Meals on Wheels Driver Location: Laconia Hours:Part Time, Monday — Friday, 20 Hours/Week Salary Description:$10.69/Hour

About Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack (CAPBM):

The Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc. (CAPBM) is a cornerstone of community development and support, dedicated to fostering independence and resilience in families and individuals. Our programs serve as vital resources to empower families, prepare children for future success, and enrich the lives of those in our community.

What It’s Like to Work Here:

Working at CAPBM means being part of a team passionate about making a difference. Our supportive, inclusive environment encourages professional growth and personal fulfillment. Employees are empowered to contribute their ideas and expertise to strengthen our programs and enhance the lives of the individuals and families we serve. We value dedication, adaptability, and a shared commitment to community well-being. Every day offers the chance to contribute to impactful solutions and work alongside like-minded professionals who care deeply about their community.

A Day in the Life as a Meals on Wheels Driver:

As a Meals on Wheels Driver you’ll deliver daily meals and wellness checks to the homes of senior citizens and eligible adults in a friendly and timely manner. Your day will involve:

• Picking up meals from the program site and if requested, assisting in meal packing.
• Delivering meals courteously and in a timely manner.
• Reporting safety, environmental or social service needs of the participants to supervisor while completing accurate timesheets and odometer sheets.
• Cleaning and maintaining food delivery equipment as required and keeping a sanitary environment in vehicle.
• Maintaining accurate route slips and communicating all changes to supervisor, verbally and in writing.
• Distributing and collecting donation envelopes for the program weekly, unless otherwise directed.
• Accurately maintaining up-to-date meal counts.
• Adheres to all policies and protocols outlined in the Meals on Wheels Handbook and trainings, especially as they apply to personal safety and body mechanics, client safety, and food safety.

Your role will directly contribute to a positive participant experience, providing them with the resources they need to thrive.

Requirements

Qualifications to Be a Meals on Wheels Driver:

To excel in this role, you’ll need:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalency credential
• Experience: Maintaining professional boundaries with clients. Maintaining confidentiality of clients and coworkers and internal business information.
• Skills: Contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment; and attend team and staff meetings as scheduled. The ability to organize efficient route plans and work under time constraints of hot food delivery.
• Characteristics: Being punctual, dependable with courteous demeanor, and personable.
• Technical: Valid driver’s license and good driving record. Reliable sources of transportation to be used in fulfilling responsibilities of position. Maintaining minimal insurance coverage per CAPBM’s Personnel Policies & Procedures Handbook Insurance Requirements policy.
• Physical: Ability to physically lift coolers containing meals weighing up to 50 pounds, climb stairs and wash coolers.

Successful completion of criminal record and driving record checks required.

Community Action Program Belknap-Merrimack Counties, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.