Driver – Home Delivered Meals Program

As a Driver in JASA’s Home Delivered Meals Program, you’ll play a vital role in delivering nutritious meals and supportive services to homebound older adults throughout the community. In this role, you’ll help ensure clients receive meals safely, reliably, and with compassion while supporting daily transportation, meal packaging, and operational activities.

Shift Schedule:

Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Hours Per Week:

7–14, varies based on operational needs

🌟 Why You’ll Love Working at JASA

JASA is one of NYC’s largest and most trusted nonprofit organizations serving older adults. Here, dedicated team members perform meaningful work that directly impacts the well-being of the community we serve.

Top Reasons to Join Us:

Meaningful Impact:

Help homebound older adults maintain their health, independence, and connection to the community through reliable meal delivery services.

Community Connection:

Build positive relationships with older adults while providing compassionate and attentive support during daily deliveries.

Team Environment:

Work closely with program coordinators, kitchen staff, and fellow drivers in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

Flexible Per Diem Opportunity:

Enjoy a flexible weekday schedule while contributing to an essential community-based service program.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Driver, you’ll safely transport meals, assist older adults, and support the day-to-day operations of the Home Delivered Meals Program.

Transportation & Delivery Services

• Drive assigned agency vehicles to deliver meals and related supplies to homebound older adults.
• Escort and assist elderly and infirm clients safely in and out of vehicles when necessary.
• Maintain safe vehicle operation and comply with all traffic regulations and agency driving procedures.
• Immediately report accidents, traffic violations, or vehicle concerns to a supervisor.

Client Support & Safety Monitoring

• Monitor client well-being during deliveries and report unusual situations to program coordinators, including wellness concerns or inability to contact a client.
• Communicate promptly with supervisors regarding any safety or client-related concerns.
• Provide respectful, compassionate, and professional interactions with older adults.

Vehicle Maintenance & Operations

• Arrange for vehicle fuel and oil purchases in accordance with agency procedures.
• Check fluids, tires, and vehicle condition regularly.
• Ensure vehicles contain required emergency equipment, including spare tires and jacks.
• Maintain vehicles in clean and safe operating condition at all times.
• Change tires when necessary.

Meal Program Support

• Assist with meal packaging and preparation activities.
• Clean thermal containers, delivery bags, and related equipment.
• Assist with maintaining clean food preparation and storage areas.
• Support food and paper supply storage activities at the center.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain trip tickets and required operational records.
• Collect participant contributions, issue receipts, and reconcile collections with supervisors according to agency procedures.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform additional duties and assignments as requested.

What You’ll Need

• Minimum of one year of driving experience required.
• Valid New York State Class A, B, or CDL Driver’s License required.
• Clean driving record required.
• No more than one (1) moving violation while operating a personal or commercial motor vehicle within the past two (2) years.
• No DUI or DWI within the last eight (8) years.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to climb stairs and stand for extended periods of time.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to work respectfully and effectively with older adults and understand their needs.
• Strong reliability, professionalism, and attention to safety.

EEO Statement

JASA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law.