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JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE:            Home Delivery Coordinator

DEPARTMENT:                Delivery

FLSA STATUS:                  Non-Exempt

PAY GRADE:                     3

REPORTS TO:                 Program Manager - Seniors  

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Coordinates delivery of home delivered meals to home-bound participants in the Tolland County. Recruits and instructs volunteers for delivery of meals.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

• Work with Program Manager to maintain accepted standards of food sanitation and safety regarding maintenance of proper food temperature.
• Establish a network of volunteers and delivery routes for meal delivery.
• Responsible for ensuring delivery of meals to clients.
• Conducts semi-annual assessments to determine whether clients still meet the eligibility requirements for home delivered meals.
• Receive calls from drivers when any problems might occur, and report concerns to Program Manager.
• Check labels on meals for accuracy.

• Provide coverage for various positions when necessary.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Education:  High school graduate or GED preferred

Minimum Years of Experience:  1 to 2 years of experience

Active Certification in good standing: Valid Driver’s license and good driving record is required

Demonstrate skills: Good customer service skills. Must have knowledge of basic computer skills. Possess excellent oral and written communication skills

Knowledge:  Prior work with the elderly and volunteers or non-profit agencies. 

Bilingual:  preferred     Language:  Spanish  

Driving Required:            YES            Agency Vehicle:   No              Employee’s Own Vehicle:    Yes

                                                                                                              with proof of auto liability insurance

Active Driver License in good standing required upon hire and throughout employment   

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability.

Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed with potential exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as strong odors, fumes, dusts, wetness, humidity, machinery, and toxic/poisonous agents.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Education:  High school graduate or GED preferred

Minimum Years of Experience:  1 to 2 years of experience

Active Certification in good standing: Valid Driver’s license and good driving record is required

Demonstrate skills: Good customer service skills. Must have knowledge of basic computer skills. Possess excellent oral and written communication skills

Knowledge:  Prior work with the elderly and volunteers or non-profit agencies. 

Bilingual:  preferred     Language:  Spanish  

Driving Required:            YES            Agency Vehicle:   No              Employee’s Own Vehicle:    Yes

                                                                                                              with proof of auto liability insurance

Active Driver License in good standing required upon hire and throughout employment   

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability.

Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed with potential exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as strong odors, fumes, dusts, wetness, humidity, machinery, and toxic/poisonous agents.