Highland Valley Elder Services is looking for a site coordinator to coordinate meal delivery for the Meals on Wheels program, based out of Northampton MA. Must have strong organizational skills and communication skills. Hours are 9-2 Monday through Friday.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
1) Responsible for all Home Delivered Meals drivers in designated area, including training and supervision of drivers, and arranging for substitute drivers when necessary. 2) Take reservations, cancellations and place orders for Home Delivered Meals. 3) Coordinate with the elders the set-up, supplies, portion control, sanitation and equipment in the Community Dining Room. 4) Monitor food delivery, including meal count and temperature readings. 5) Maintain daily attendance sheets, voluntary donations and monthly consolidation forms for Community and Home Delivered Meals. 6) Provide information, invitations and guidance to community residents to foster participation in the Nutrition Site Council and in support of the Resident Quality of Life model.
Job Requirements:
1) Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds and move it at least 100 feet. 2) Must be able to safely perform all job functions consistent with food service duties. 3) Must be able to use the telephone to maintain contact with elders and agency personnel. 4) Must be able to write and fill out required forms. 5) Must have the ability to work both independently, as well as cooperatively with the elders in the community, to promote a friendly and home-like atmosphere. 6) Must pass requirement for CORI. 7) Computer skills and comfortable with current office technology. 8) Food service knowledge and experience. 9) Good communication skills, both oral and written. 10) Strong interpersonal skills, including willingness to engage new and potential participants. 11) Must have vehicle for site visits and be willing to travel within service area if necessary. 12) Willingness to substitute at other Community Dining Centers (Northampton, Easthampton, Amherst, Westfield) in the absence of the Site Coordinator.
Pay:
$20.56 per hour Expected hours: 25.0 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance