MEAL DELIVERY AIDE - Now Hiring for multiple locations across the valley.
NO WEEKENDS NO HOLIDAYS PART TIME ONLY: 10AM-2PM
The Home Delivered Meal Driver performs various duties and functions as required in the Senior Nutrition Program. One of the primary functions of this position is to serve as the first line of public contact with the homebound clients. The position also serves as the link to ensure that homebound clients are provided adequate nutrition to enable them to maintain their health, wellbeing and remain in their own homes as long as possible.
DUTIES MAY INCLUDE ALL OF THE FOLLOWING:
Assisting with packaging meals in unitized sealed trays
Assisting with the maintenance of adequate delivery records
Assisting with the implementation of the route schedule
Meal delivery staff receive direct supervision from the onsite Program Supervisor. Meal delivery staff may perform other related duties as required at their assigned centers.
The duties of a meal delivery aide may include the following:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
a. Operates a vehicle to transport/deliver meals to homebound clients.
b. Portions food into food trays according to guidelines.
c. Delivers hot and cold meals to clients.
d. Observes clients' welfare for unusual circumstances pertaining to general well-being at time of delivery.
e. Documents findings on program records accurately.
f. Attends scheduled informational and training meetings.
g. Demonstrates consistent attendance.
h. Maintains positive interaction with clients and staff.
i. Communicates accurate, current directions for his/her delivery route.
k. Develops a basic knowledge of and adheres to City of Phoenix, Maricopa County Environmental Health Services and Area Agency on Aging standards as outlined in weekly standup meeting with Program Supervisor and/or other staff.
m. Demonstrates continued efforts to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
The person must have the ability to:
a. Move light objects (less than 20 pounds) long distances (more than 20 feet); carts available to assist.
b. Bend or stoop repeatedly or continually over time (i.e., load and unload meal containers).
c. Work in variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements.
d. Learn job-related material primarily through oral instruction and observation.
e. Work cooperatively with other City employees and the public.
f. Enter and exit a vehicle repeatedly during the work shift.
g. Work and drive safely without presenting a direct threat to self and others.
k. Utilize GPS to locate addresses and deliver meals in an efficient and timely manner within city limits.
I. Be able to stand and walk a short distance carrying meals.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
a. This position will require performance of other essential and marginal functions depending upon work location, assignment, or shift.
b. This position mandates that at the time of hire or prior to reporting to their assigned work site, driver must have obtained a Food Handler Card and Fingerprint Clearance Card.
c. This position requires the use of personal vehicle on business contracted with City of Phoenix and incudes mileage reimbursement. Individuals must be physically capable of operating the vehicle safely, possess a valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record. The vehicle must have a functioning odometer. Use of the personal vehicle for City business will be prohibited if the employee does not have personal vehicle insurance coverage.
