What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Meals on Wheels Driver Flagstaff - Health and Human Services (0926) position at Coconino County Sheriff's Office (Patrol)?
Nature of Work
Under supervision performs social or health service work of routine difficulty in providing in-home services, transportation services, or delivering "meals on wheels" to eligible clients.
Typical Duties
(Illustrative Only)
Minimum Qualifications
One year experience in assigned area; OR
Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Final job offer will be contingent upon a satisfactory 5-year Arizona Motor Vehicle Report.
Additional Requirements
Meals on Wheels Drivers must have Food handler's certificate.
May be fingerprinted as a condition of employment.
PREFERENCE: Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Navajo
The ideal candidate has a kind heart and a passion for serving homebound older adults in our community.
This position is safety sensitive.
This position is non-exempt from overtime.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Working knowledge of:
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Employee Benefits
Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:
(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)
Under supervision performs social or health service work of routine difficulty in providing in-home services, transportation services, or delivering "meals on wheels" to eligible clients.
Typical Duties
(Illustrative Only)
- Deliver Meals on Wheels to homebound seniors in Flagstaff
- Reports unusual circumstances or problems observed with clients
- May handle small amounts of money for client shopping and laundry
- May handle donations
- May provide social and emotional support and services as an advocate for recognized client needs
Minimum Qualifications
One year experience in assigned area; OR
Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Must obtain an Arizona driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Final job offer will be contingent upon a satisfactory 5-year Arizona Motor Vehicle Report.
Additional Requirements
Meals on Wheels Drivers must have Food handler's certificate.
May be fingerprinted as a condition of employment.
PREFERENCE: Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Navajo
The ideal candidate has a kind heart and a passion for serving homebound older adults in our community.
This position is safety sensitive.
This position is non-exempt from overtime.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Working knowledge of:
- Needs and problems of disabled, elderly and low-income individuals
- Knowledge of health codes relating to assigned area
- Safe driving techniques, including traffic and safety rules
- Routine vehicle maintenance
- Geographic area in and around Flagstaff
- Record keeping
- Proper lifting techniques
- Operating a vehicle in adverse weather conditions
- Effectively handle lifting of up to fifty pounds
- Maintain patience in adverse situations
- Demonstrate emotional maturity
- React to client crises by calling 9-1-1, Adult Protective Services or case manager as required by the situation
- Handle and record cash and check donations
- Apply basic safety methods for staff and client
- Recognize and report patient's health status
- Work with culturally diverse population
- Recognize hazardous driving conditions
- Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public
- Follow written and verbal instructions
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Employee Benefits
Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:
(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)
- Vacation/Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 10 Holidays Per Year
- Health Care Insurance
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Group Life Insurance
- Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
- Sick Leave Conversion Plan
- Personal Day Purchase Program
- Vacation Sell Back Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Wellness Program
- Long-Term Disability
- Arizona State Retirement System
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-going Training Opportunities
- Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass
- Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Tax-deferred investment program
- Accidental and Disability Insurance
- Short Term Disability