Deliverer, Meals on Wheels (51623)

RISEBORO COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP•New York, NY

4d•$20 - $20

About The Position

The RiseBoro Home Delivered Meals (HDML)/Meals-on-Wheels program provides thousands of meals daily to various communities in Brooklyn, NY. Under the general supervision of the Associate Director and Director, the Deliverer of HDML is responsible for the daily delivery of meals to homebound clients. The Deliverer is required to maintain delivery records. Specific duties and responsibilities include: Deliver packed food to homebound clients and food satellites Deliver holiday or emergency food packages to homebound clients Assist with ensuring appropriate packing of meals to ensure proper temperatures are maintained Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of the vehicle Record meal delivery and collect and record client contributions on route sheets Notify the coordinator of any changes in client status or inability to deliver Adhere to DFTA’s Face to Face policy ensuring meals are delivered to the individual indicated on the route sheet Learn new routes to provide coverage when needed Move unpacked and stored food and supplies as required Deliver supplies and paper goods to other agency programs and subcontractors Deliver program material and information to homebound clients Assist with CMOW Monthly deliveries Perform other duties as required by the supervisor of the site

Requirements

Ability to work independently on assigned delivery routes; ability to work well with others as a contributing member of a team
Self-starter with a positive attitude; strong interpersonal skills; customer service oriented
Ability to walk long distances and climb stairs as needed; Ability to lift/carry up to 30lbs and to push a shopping cart
Knowledge of and a genuine concern for the physical, mental, and emotional needs of older persons
Ability to be organized with attention to detail
Highly observant and aware of one’s environment
Basic knowledge of and ability to understand, read, write, and speak English
Ability to read maps and follow printed directions; strong ability to follow instructions
Ability to manage efficiently and execute assigned tasks
Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Ability to communicate effectively including the use of RiseBoro’s communication tools i.e. MS Teams, email, etc.
Basic knowledge and ability to use MS Office and other applications
Commitment to RiseBoro’s mission, vision, and values
Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities
Commitment to supporting communities who have experienced systemic oppression and bias (e.g. people of color, LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, justice-involved persons, etc.)
Some completed High School or equivalent coursework required

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the Brooklyn, NY area and various communities is a plus
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Driver’s license preferred

Responsibilities

Deliver packed food to homebound clients and food satellites
Deliver holiday or emergency food packages to homebound clients
Assist with ensuring appropriate packing of meals to ensure proper temperatures are maintained
Assist in maintaining the cleanliness of the vehicle
Record meal delivery and collect and record client contributions on route sheets
Notify the coordinator of any changes in client status or inability to deliver
Adhere to DFTA’s Face to Face policy ensuring meals are delivered to the individual indicated on the route sheet
Learn new routes to provide coverage when needed
Move unpacked and stored food and supplies as required
Deliver supplies and paper goods to other agency programs and subcontractors
Deliver program material and information to homebound clients
Assist with CMOW Monthly deliveries
Perform other duties as required by the supervisor of the site