Senior Meals on Wheels Driver: Safe Deliveries & Impact

LifeBridge Community Services; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Paid time off

Benefits package

Recognition & culture

Staff wellness

Open-door policy

Job summary

LifeBridge Community Services in New Haven, CT is seeking a part-time Driver responsible for packing and delivering meals to clients, reporting changes in client status, and being available on an as-needed basis.

This role requires a valid driver's license, clean criminal history, good physical health, and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds; you will work closely with staff and volunteers and adhere to agency policies.

Qualifications

• Current, valid driver's license and safe driving record
• Clean criminal history
• Good physical health
• Ability to collaborate cooperatively with staff and volunteers of the program.
• Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs, moving the whole-body including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Responsibilities

• Always drive in a safe and courteous manner.
• Anticipate the proper Ice Packs for usage.
• Pick up meals at the preparation site.
• Pack meals according to the daily packing lists provided.
• Alert office staff of changes in clients' status
• Deliver meals to clients.
• Respect client confidentiality
• Keep accurate records of meal temperatures, gasoline purchases, vehicle inspections.
• Clean containers and vehicles daily
• Alert Team Leader to vehicle maintenance needs; take van to service garage for maintenance.
• Attending driver meetings.
• Distribute materials and notices to clients as assigned.
• Cooperate with representatives from the State and Area Agency.
• Adhere to Agency policies and procedures.
• Treat all LifeBridge staff with respect and honesty and develop cooperative teamwork.
• Perform other duties as appointed by the Team Leader, Operations Manager and Program Director.

Skills

Safe driving

Time management

Customer service

Team collaboration

Job description

LifeBridge Community Services in New Haven, CT is seeking a part-time Driver responsible for packing and delivering meals to clients, reporting changes in client status, and being available on an as-needed basis.

This role requires a valid driver's license, clean criminal history, good physical health, and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds; you will work closely with staff and volunteers and adhere to agency policies.