Meals on Wheels Driver - Substitute

COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM BELKNAP- MERRIMACK COUNTIES; Pittsfield (NH); On-site; USD 11,126 - 15,846; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization seeks a Meals on Wheels Substitute Driver to provide timely meal deliveries and wellness checks to senior citizens. Candidates must have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and be dependable with a courteous demeanor. This role involves maintaining accurate records and equipment cleanliness, contributing positively to the participant experience.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Punctual, dependable, and courteous demeanor.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily meals and wellness checks to participants.
• Maintain accurate route slips and communicate changes.
• Clean and maintain food delivery equipment.

Skills

Positive, team-oriented work environment

Efficient route planning

Working under time constraints

Education

High school diploma or equivalency credential

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Meals on Wheels Substitute Driver

Location: Pittsfield

Hours: Substitute - Hours vary

Salary: $9.79/Hour

About 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.

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.
• Adhering 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

• 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; attend team and staff meetings as scheduled; organize efficient route plans; work under time constraints of hot food delivery.
• Characteristics: Punctual, dependable with courteous demeanor, and personable.
• Technical: Valid driver’s license and good driving record. Reliable transportation to fulfill responsibilities. Maintaining minimal insurance coverage per CAPBM’s Personnel Policies & Procedures Handbook Insurance Requirements policy.
• Physical: Ability to lift coolers containing meals weighing up to 50 pounds, climb stairs, and wash coolers.

Successful completion of criminal record and driving record checks required.

How to Apply

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