Congregate Meal Delivery Driver

Congregate Meal Delivery Driver
Job Description

Organizational Summary

Union Settlement is an East Harlem based nonprofit organization founded in 1895. For 128 years, Union Settlement has provided critical and innovative programming to children, youth, families, and older adults. As a pioneer of the settlement house movement, Union Settlement continues to meet the needs of the ever-changing East Harlem community through its core programs. Through these programs, New Yorkers gain opportunities, develop skills, and become empowered to pursue and achieve their dreams. 

Today, Union Settlement provides services through 33 program sites in approximately 28 locations. Union Settlement’s current programmatic portfolio includes 8 core program areas: Early Childhood Education, Youth Services (including after school programs), Family Services (including the Family Enrichment Center and the Family Childcare Network), the East Harlem Community Partnership, Adult Education, Mental Health Services, Older Adult Centers, and Economic Development. Union Settlement serves more than 10,000 individuals and nearly 1,000 businesses every year. 

Strengthened by a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative workforce of more than 350 employees, Union Settlement also serves as a connector, convener, and advocate for East Harlem and its partners. To learn more about Union Settlement, visit www.unionsettlement.org
 

Position: Congregate Meal Delivery Driver 
Department: Aging, Health & Wellness
Reports to: Kitchen Supervisor
Hours: Part-Time (M-F; 7:30am - 2:00pm)
Salary: $18.86 per hour 
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Location: On-site

Position Summary:
The Congregate Meal Delivery Driver/ will be responsible for driving a Union Settlement vehicle to Older Adult Centers in East Harlem to deliver food for congregate meals.

Responsibilities:
• Deliver food to Older Adult Centers on a daily basis
• Use appropriate heating and cooling devices when packing food
• Package food into hot and cold containers each day for delivery
• Clean and sanitize all delivery bags, boxes, holding containers, and truck compartments daily
• Perform general maintenance on vehicles (cleaning interior and exterior, fueling) and take vehicles for scheduled maintenance and inspections
• Report accidents and incidents to the supervisor 
• Attend training sponsored by DFTA and DOH 
• Assist with receiving, unpacking, and storing all food according to policy and guidelines immediately upon delivery. This includes dating perishable and canned goods
• Assist with kitchen and Meals on Wheels duties as assigned by the Kitchen Manager, Deputy Director of Senior Services, or Director of Senior Services.

Qualifications:
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid license to operate a vehicle in New York State
• A minimum three years’ experience operating a vehicle
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance/ repairs 
• No convictions for driving while intoxicated in the prior 2 years 
• No more than one moving violation within the prior 2 years
• English speaking and writing proficiency; Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus 
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (40+ pounds), as well as walk to deliver meals daily
• Ability to walk up 6 flights of stairs while carrying delivery bag(s) weighing up to 40 pounds
• Good organizational ability, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to connect with clients and work with a team
• Knowledge of and desire to work with aging populations

C O R E C O M P E T E N C I E S
• Leading Others: Creates a sense of urgency throughout the organization on the importance of achieving outcomes. Inspires, influences, and enables team members to reach their goals
• Facilitating Change: Approaches challenges with creativity and flexibility. Demonstrates analytical thinking. Guides change to meet Union Settlement’s goals.
• Managing Performance: Evaluates and revises goals semi-annually with the team. Provides consistent supervision and documents performance highlights and concerns
• Applying and Developing Expertise: Embraces and leads the team to achieve milestones. Seeks and supports professional development opportunities for team members. Manages finances and budgets effectively
• Communicating and Collaborating: Listens well and actively engages with others with honesty and integrity and holds team accountable to the same standard

Union Settlement’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

Union Settlement is an equal opportunity employer. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.