General Description:
This position plays a key role in promoting the health and wellbeing of older adults by coordinating congregate meal services, supporting home-delivered meal programs, and fostering meaningful participant and volunteer engagement in the absence of the assigned regular Nutrition Site Coordinator.
Essential Duties
- Coordinate daily operations of congregate meal sites and support home-delivered meal services.
- Ensure food is handled, prepared, and served in compliance with health and sanitation standards.
- Maintain accurate meal counts, participant records, and required program documentation.
- Recruit, train, and support volunteers; ensure compliance with program and safety requirements.
- Foster a welcoming, inclusive environment for participants and promote social engagement.
- Conduct outreach and collaborate with community partners to support program goals.
- Deliver meals as needed and assist with participant assessments and communication.
- Support program integrity by following all policies, confidentiality requirements, and mandatory reporting obligations.
Minimum Qualifications
A qualified applicant will have a minimum of one (1) year of equivalent combination of education and/or experience which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Minimum qualifications may be met through the following:
- High School or equivalency
- 1 year of experience coordinating community programs and working with volunteers
- 6 months food handling experience
Other Requirements
- Food Handler’s Permit. Must possess a current Food Handler’s Permit or have the ability to obtain one prior to hire.
- Driving for Agency Business. Positions that require driving must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain an acceptable driving record. May require proof of personal automobile liability insurance in accordance with ORS Chapter 806 and use of a personal vehicle.
- Background Check. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal history check. Conviction of a crime does not automatically disqualify an individual from employment. Some positions may require additional screening, including but not limited to state or national fingerprint-based background checks.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Basic computer proficiency and the ability to follow instructions, apply problem-solving, and make decisions consistent with policies and procedures
- Effective communication and relationship building with a diverse range of individuals, including participants, volunteers, and community partners.
- Strong customer service skills, professional boundaries, and sound judgment in a variety of situations.
Work Environment and Physical Demands
- The work environment includes office, community, and in-home settings, which may have varying levels of cleanliness and repair.
- Interaction with diverse populations in a variety of settings
- Work is performed at meal sites and in the community, with regular movement between locations.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 30 lbs)
- Interaction with diverse populations in a variety of settings