Job Description

Position Type : Meals on Wheels Part-Time/Sub-Driver
Reports To : HDM Driver Supervisor
Location : Oregon, IL
Salary : $16.22/hr
Position Type : Part-Time
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Supervision Exercised : NO

JOB SUMMARY :
This position is responsible for the delivery of meals in bulk to the meal sites and delivery of home delivered meals to home bound clients. The responsibility includes completing one on one contact/wellness check with the client and report back to DHM caseworkers if there are any concerns.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Related duties may be assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES :
• Responsible for the delivery of meals, raw food, and other supplies to meal sites on route assigned in a timely and safe manner.
• Assisting with packing the meals if arriving early for shift.
• Responsible for the delivery of Home Deliver Meals to clients on assigned routes in timely and a safe manner and never to leave a meal unless one on one contact has been established with the client.
• Work closely with packing area and count your meals daily to ensure you have the correct hot meals, frozen meals and supplies for your route.
• Responsible for notifying the HDM department (each time) when a client does not answer the door for meal delivery to ensure prompt follow up for client's safety.
• Responsible for daily walk around inspection of vehicle prior to driving and reporting of any repairs needed to your supervisor.
• Responsible for maintaining and operating company vehicles in a safe manner.
• Responsible for reporting any incidents/accidents including confrontation with clients/clients' family members.
• Accident report and post-accident required testing must be completed within 2 hours of the accident.
• Responsible to report to HR (within 24 hours) of any traffic tickets or suspension of the driver's license. Responsible for providing updated drivers' license each time it gets renewed or updated.
• Responsible for completing tip logs accurately, including miles driven gas purchases and receipts and submitting them in a timely manner as requested.
• Responsible for returning bags and meal carriers to proper location; items from vehicle.
• Responsible for keeping and cleaning small cart in vehicle. Large loading carts should be returned to the appropriate place.
• Represent the agency professional manner, speech and dress
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor, Nutrition Director or Executive Director.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
• Must be able to drive and navigate with the use of map, directions, or GPS.
• Must be able to move 50 lbs. on a daily basis for bulk delivery.
• Must be organized and have the ability to count accurately.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to adapt to schedule changes and unforeseen circumstance.
• Must be able to work in cold and hot environments.

QUALIFICATIONS :
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and /or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must have valid driver's license, clean driving record and own transportation with current insurance coverage. Not have been convicted within 3 years of the date of application of any of the following offenses involving the operation of a motor vehicle: Driving Under the Influence of alcohol and/or drugs (DUI), Reckless Driving, Leaving the Scene of an accident involving death or personal injury, Drag Racing, Manslaughter, Reckless Homicide, Reckless Conduct
• Must be able to work and communicate effectively with older persons, persons with sight and hearing impairments, and persons with a variety of economic, social and cultural backgrounds with an emphasis on seniors.

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