MEXICAN AMERICAN OPPORTUNITY FOUNDATION

Job Description

Position: Driver ? Home Delivered Meals

Program: Senior Services (Los Angeles County)

Salary: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Status: Non-exempt (40 hours per week)

Reports To: Program Director and/or designee

GENERAL PURPOSE

Following safe food handling and sanitation practices, will receive meals ordered for assigned route assuring all meal components were delivered.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - include but are not limited to the following:

• Following safe food handling and sanitation practices, will receive meals ordered for assigned route assuring all meal components were delivered.
• Will take the temperature of one meal at delivery and of the last meal delivered on route.
• Is responsible for always maintaining meals in insulated carriers and to have cold items packed in ice to maintain proper holding temperatures.
• Will deliver meals within the two-hour holding period.
• Will complete daily record at end of day, submit program income collected, place meal order for the following day and report any concerns regarding clients or vehicle to supervisor.
• Must maintain an updated client roster, use NAPIS scanner on computerized roster to report clients served on a daily basis.
• Will complete other reports as required by the Program.
• When assigned, disseminate program and nutritional information to clients.
• Attend scheduled training and staff meetings.
• Will keep the assigned vehicle washed, clean and in good operating condition, checking all fluids, tires, etc. vehicle each morning before leaving MPC. Must complete daily vehicle inspection report, reporting any mechanical problems with the vehicle.
• Will assist in training of Title V trainees assigned to the Program.
• Will perform a variety of unscheduled duties normally performed by a driver.

REQUIRMENTS:

• Must possess a valid California Class C Driver?s License and a good driving record.
• Must provide a current DMV printout and must be submitted with application.
• Must be a High School graduate or equivalent.
• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.
• Experience working as a driver or with senior citizens preferred.
• Must be courteous, patient, and conscientious in all dealings with program participants.
• Post offer DOT Drug Screen.
• Negative T.B. test or chest X-rays (stated by law), negative drug and alcohol screen test.
• Must successfully pass the Department of Justice (DOJ) criminal background check with a valid clearance number.
• Ability to labor in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to maintain cooperative, diplomatic working relationships with co-workers and supervisors; work as part of a team and collaborate with department; and complete projects under tight deadlines even when there are completing requirements and changes in assignments.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduate or equivalent.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

MAOF Sponsored Benefits:

MAOF offers a comprehensive package of benefits and perks for both part- and full-time employees, including:

• Personal Time Off (PTO) ? (Vacation/personal days or sick time).
• Paid Sick Time ? 48 hours.
• Paid Holidays per Calendar Year - 12 paid holidays.
• Bereavement Leave ? 5 paid days.
• Jury Duty ? 5 paid days.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid 100% by MAOF.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan - 5% employer match ? 100% vested.
• Basic Life and Accidental Insurance.
• Pet Insurance.
• Supplemental life insurance.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance (EAP) ? For team members and dependents; counseling, legal assistance, financial planning, identity theft, etc.
• Supplemental Cancer, Disability, and Accident plans.
• Employee referral bonus (referring employee earns $500 for each new hire who completes 90 days).
• Discounts for AT&T wireless, movie tickets, amusement parks, and much more.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Credit Union Membership