Description

Position Title

Driver & Delivery Associate (Multiple Part-Time & Full Time Positions Available)

Program

Harvest to Haven: Home Delivered Meals

Site/Location

East Side House Settlement: Harvest to Haven

805 E. 139th Street, Bronx, NY 10454

FLSA-Classification

Non-Exempt

Salary

$19.50/hr

Reports To

Director of HDM Services

Date

Immediate

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/ Objective

East Side House Settlement (ESH) is a community resource in the South Bronx. We believe education is the key that enables all people to create an economic and civic opportunities for themselves, their families and the communities. ESHs Harvest to Haven: Home Delivered Meals (HDM) aligns with our mission by maintaining the nutritional health for homebound older adults and their continued quality of life. Older adults who are 60 years of age or older and have difficulty preparing meals can qualify and receive home-delivered meals funded by the New York City Department for the Aging (DFTA).

We are seeking a dynamic, team player who shares our passion for providing exceptional services to meet the critical nutritional needs of these older adults in Community Districts 1-6 in the South Bronx. The ESH Harvest to Haven HDM Driver & Delivery Associate will work at the direction of the Harvest to Haven Director of HDM Services with a focus on driving safely, vehicle maintenance and packing and delivering meals.

Essential Functions:

Under the general supervision of the Director of HDM Services, the successful candidate will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Assisting in packing of home-delivered meals and maintaining accurate count of hot, frozen and kosher meals.
• Maintaining accurate daily log temperature log of meal deliveries.
• Moving unpacked and stored food and supplies as required.
• Ensuring meals are securely fastened to meal transporter and bags are properly packed and stored.
• Following DFTA policy regarding customer service and safety.
• Picking up or meeting delivery staff and meals and driving to designated client destinations, required where parking is available to assist in delivering meals to older adult participants, and report any difficulty with meals delivery or change in client's status, i.e. (vacation, clinic, appointments, hospitalization, etc.).
• Maintaining accurate daily log of meals delivered and contributions collected and assisting in scheduling meal delivery to minimize time and distance between delivery points.
• Driving safely at all times; required to report any accidents or incidents to supervisor and police and must be courteous to riders.
• Performing vehicular maintenance; keeping the vehicle clean and in good operating condition, inspecting the vehicle daily and reporting any operational or structural defects immediately, and oversight of the maintenance, repairs and cleaning of vehicle (gas, oil, changing of tires).
• Keeping daily gasoline and mileage records, vehicle report log recording all maintenance and repairs, and picking up and returning vehicle to garage or to parking place daily.
• Knowledge of target areas in Community Districts 1-6 and/or ability to read maps and follow directions
• Knowledge and genuine concern for the physical, mental and emotional needs of older persons; Alerting supervisor to any unusual situation regarding older adults e.g. person doesn't answer the door; person appears to be ill; person's behavior is different than it usually is.
• Perform other duties as required by the supervisor of the site.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. During required periods of operational closures/changes, East Side House Settlement will re-issue operating protocols accordingly.

Required Skills/ Abilities

• Ability to drive safely; Ability to use navigation tools such as onboard GPS, smartphone apps, and/or web-based or physical maps;
• Ability to lift heavy objects, walk long distances, climb stairs and stand for long hours.
• Thorough understanding of HDM and DFTA policies and procedures;
• Proficiency in use of technology such as laptop computers, tablets, Android and iOS operating systems;
• Good analytical skills and ability to make sound judgments;
• Excellent communication, project management, and multi-tasking skills;
• Able to remain professional and courteous at all times;
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Must wear face covering and maintain appropriate social distancing.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or the equivalent is required;
• Minimum of 1 year driving experience; 2 or more years driving experience strongly preferred and a valid N.Y. State Drivers license.
• EHS approved driving record with no more than one moving violation within the last 1 year, and no driving under the influence(DUI) convictions.
• Must be able safely drive a box truck up to 26ft - No CDL required;
• Demonstrated cultural competence with respect to the South Bronx and New York City;
• Understanding of New York Citys diversity and experience working with people of diverse backgrounds;
• Certification in Food Safety by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene preferred;
• Experience in food operations preferred;
• Bilingual/Spanish is preferred

Supervisory Responsibility

None.

Work Environment

This position will operate in multiple environments including a warehouse, commercial kitchen, delivery truck and Community Districts 1-6 in the South Bronx.

Travel

Heavy local travel is expected for this position.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Position will require the consistent ability to lift 50 lbs. or more, with or without assistive devices (hand truck, weight belt, etc.). Must be able to complete various activities in the to complete deliveries that may require hours of lifting, standing, and carrying.

Work Schedule

Days and hours of work may vary within Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and occasional weekends. Days/hours subject to change based on ESHs program needs.

Remote Work

East Side House Settlement has determined that 0% of this positions duties and responsibilities can be done remotely.

Qualifications

Required Skills/ Abilities

• Ability to drive safely; Ability to use navigation tools such as onboard GPS, smartphone apps, and/or web-based or physical maps;
• Ability to lift heavy objects, walk long distances, climb stairs and stand for long hours.
• Thorough understanding of HDM and DFTA policies and procedures;
• Proficiency in use of technology such as laptop computers, tablets, Android and iOS operating systems;
• Good analytical skills and ability to make sound judgments;
• Excellent communication, project management, and multi-tasking skills;
• Able to remain professional and courteous at all times;
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Must wear face covering and maintain appropriate social distancing.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or the equivalent is strongly preferred;
• Minimum of 1 year driving experience; 2 or more years driving experience strongly preferred and a valid N.Y. State Drivers license.
• EHS approved driving record with no more than one moving violation within the last 1 year, and no driving under the influence(DUI) convictions.
• Must be able safely drive a box truck up to 26ft - No CDL required;
• Demonstrated cultural competence with respect to the South Bronx and New York City;
• Understanding of New York Citys diversity and experience working with people of diverse backgrounds;
• Certification in Food Safety by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene preferred;
• Experience in food operations preferred;
• Bilingual/Spanish is preferred