On Call Program Assistant (Meals 4 Kids)

General Summary On an on-call basis, responsible for assisting with preparing, packaging, and delivering meals, training and scheduling of volunteers, packing, pick-up and delivery activities, and maintaining accurate records for Meals 4 Kids participants and volunteers. Complete administrative tasks as assigned. Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Perform Meals on Wheels delivery duties for routes lacking volunteer coverage in the assigned service area Ensure the proper preparation and on-time delivery of meals to program participants by following all standards Follow up with the participant if a driver is unable to deliver the meal. Redeliver meals as necessary Assist with the scheduling of volunteer drivers for each route as needed Assist with meal preparation and packaging following Meals on Wheels People standards Assist in cleaning and sanitizing cooler bags at the end of each day Assist M4K Program and Central Kitchen staff and volunteers as needed Complete administrative tasks as assigned Assist with Community Dinners as needed Participate in in-service training and attend required meetings Other duties as assigned Education & Knowledge High School diploma or equivalent Valid Food Handlers Certification or ability to obtain within two weeks Valid drivers license, auto insurance, and transportation required Skills, Abilities & Experience Bilingual/Bicultural English/Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, Asian, or African languages preferred Ability to work with and manage volunteers Strong organizational, record-keeping, time management and multi-tasking skills, including the ability to set priorities and be flexible to last-minute changes Ability to work in a team environment and effectively communicate with diverse populations, including minorities, low-income, and persons with disabilities Ability to repetitively move 35lbs; routinely moves cooler and cooler bags from one location to another and from various heights in preparation of and for the completion of meal delivery; ability to ascend stairs and move around on city sidewalks Ability to quickly learn new computer programs; experience with client data management systems preferred Any satisfactory combination of experience, training and/or education which ensures the ability to perform the work may substitute for the above qualifications. Working Conditions/Physical Demands Fast paced, with significant people interaction Frequent driving throughout service area Frequent navigation of sidewalks, apartment buildings and stairways May be required to move up to 50lbs, 35lbs repetitively and ability to frequently position self to stoop, bend and crouch Frequent use of knives and cooking utensils, stove, oven and other kitchen equipment Sitting for short periods of time and typing Dexterity of hands and fingers required for operation of general office equipment May be required to work evenings and weekends for special events Must successfully pass Meals on Wheels People pre-employment screening Disclaimer The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; employment in this job is an at will employment relationship.