Transportation/Food Coordinator

South Middlesex Opportunity Council; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35-hour work week

Paid Time Off: 3 weeks vacation, 2 of

12 paid holidays

Life Insurance & AD&D

Long-Term Disability

Medical plans with employer cost-share

Dental with orthodontic coverage

Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

South Middlesex Opportunity Council (SMOC) is seeking a Transportation/Food Coordinator to oversee safety and food supplies at COE House, coordinate external appointments, and provide transportation for COE and Serenity clients to appointments and meetings.

The role requires a valid driver’s license, ability to lift 25 lbs, and experience supporting clients in a community setting. A Monday–Friday schedule of 8:00 AM–4:00 PM with a 35-hour work week is offered, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet insurance standards.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and drive a van.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety and food supplies at COE House.
• Coordinate transportation for up to 16 COE program participants and Serenity clients.
• Transport clients to essential meetings and appointments.
• Coordinate daily external appointments for clients and maintain appointment log.
• Maintain vehicle maintenance and driver log.

Skills

Transportation

Client support

Vehicle operation

Record keeping

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary: Oversee safety and food supplies at COE House and communicate and support Serenity Program Director. Primary responsibility is transportation. Coordinate external appointments for up to 16 COE program participants and provide transportation for both COE and Serenity clients to appointments and/or meetings.

Why Work for SMOC?

Flexible schedule, work/life balance and a 35-hour work week.
Paid Time Off: All full-time employees can accrue up to 3 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks of sick time and are eligible for 12 paid holidays during their first year of employment.
Employer Paid Life Insurance & AD&D and Long-Term Disability after 6 months of employment.
Two Comprehensive Medical Plans with HRA Employer cost-sharing and 79% of premiums covered by the Employer.
Dental w/ Orthodontic Coverage with 75% of premiums covered by the Employer
EyeMed Vision Insurance
403(B) Retirement Plan with a company match on day one.
Additional voluntary benefits including – additional Term and Whole Life Insurance policies, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, and Short-Term Disability.
Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement and more.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Purchase food and food supplies as needed and monitor inventory.
• Assist clients with meal planning and development of shopping list.
• Oversee food storage areas at COE.
• Educate clients on kitchen health, safety, use of chemicals and cleanliness.
• Educate clients on nutrition & budget friendly healthy meals.
• Attend all certification trainings for DPH, OSHA and SAFESERV regarding food service.
• Transport clients to essential meetings and appointments.
• Coordinate daily external appointments for clients and maintain appointment log.
• Maintain all maintenance on vehicles and maintain vehicle driver log.
• Drop off and pick up client medications as needed.
• Assist clients with volunteer jobs, vocational training and job search.
• Contribute to a supportive interpersonal atmosphere and collaborate with staff from COE and Serenity House.
• Assist in staff office when not providing transportation.
• Pick up supplies and donations for COE and/or Serenity.
• Engage all clients by understanding and addressing their needs whether within or outside the scope of work.
• Attend & participate in team meetings as requested and communicate effectively with clients and staff in other areas.
• Maintain confidentiality of client, employee and agency information in accordance with federal and state laws and funder requirements.
• Ensure timely, accurate data entry into ETO and maintenance of client records in accordance with DHCD regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• This role requires working with female clients. Due to privacy and safety requirements this position is designated as female only.
• High School diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Understand the disease concept of addiction and knowledge of the 12 step program.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet insurance standards.
• Must transport clients in program van and be willing to use own vehicle when necessary.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 25 lbs. Ability to drive a van. Ability to climb stairs in a residential building.

Organizational Relationship:

Directly reports to Program Director. Direct reports of this position are none.

Working Conditions:

Travel within the state using a company van will be required. As part of the responsibilities of this position, the Transportation/Food Coordinator will have direct or incidental contact with clients served by SMOC in various programs funded or administered through the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. A successful background check is required.

Monday through Friday: 8:00AM - 4:00PM. Includes a 1 hour unpaid lunch break.
35 Hours per week.