Macon Times

Number & Job Name: 613 – Senior Center Site Driver

Home Department: 250

Under the direct supervision of: Senior Center Site Manager

Fair Labor Standard Act Status: Non-Exempt

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Job Summary

This work is performed under the direct supervision of the Center Manager providing delivery of meals to senior clients in their homes.

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Key Responsibilities

 Packages meals, loads delivery vehicle and delivers meals to homebound clients

 Monitors temperatures, quality and quantity of meals. In addition, monitors the temperature of last meal delivered on each route twice per month; reports on appropriate form.

 Maintains appropriate files, logs and reports on meal delivery

 Must obtain a police report at the time of accident. Report any accidents in writing to the immediate supervisor. Follow established plan of action for accidents/incidents/moving violations.

 Maintenance and care of assigned vehicle to include safety checks, ensuring fluid levels and tires are maintained; ensures that vehicle is clean inside and out

 Cleanliness of meal transporters.

 Distribution of nutrition education materials to clients; maintaining appropriate documentation

 Check twice monthly the refrigerator and freezer of the homebound clients to ensure that clients are eating their meals appropriately and that the refrigerator is functioning properly

 Transport clients and provide escort services on an as needed basis

 Assist and serve congregate meals as needed

 Other Duties as required.

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Job Skills – Must do

 Must be able to meet deadlines and work within established time frames

 Must be willing to report suspected elder abuse, neglect or exploitation of any client to supervisor to ensure safety of clients

 Attends and participates in meetings and trainings as required

 Conform to agency administrative procedures, including personnel and fiscal policies as well as administrative directives

 

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Job Knowledge – Must Know

 Knowledge and awareness of the problems of low income residents

 Knowledge of resources available in the community to assist the elderly

 Awareness of the problems and health issues facing elderly and/or low-income individuals in the community

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Attitudes, Attributes, and Aptitudes – Must be aware of

 Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.

 Observe safety and security procedures.

 Consistently at work and on time.

 Self Motivated

 Self Disciplined

 Goal Oriented

 Team Player

 Motivate Others

 Strong Communication Skills

 Dependable

 Detail Oriented

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Minimum Requirements of the Position

 Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent

 Must be a US citizen; have a Permanent Resident Card, or an alien Registration Receipt Card (Form I-551)

 Must have and maintain a clean driving record (NOT TO EXCEED 6 PTS)

 Must have and maintain a criminal history absent of convictions for violent crimes or for any crime against children.

 Must be at least 24 years of age or meet the requirements of agency insurance carrier

 Must have and maintain private automobile insurance with proper liability insurance.

 First aid/CPR certification required

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Work Conditions

C = Constant (65-100% of day)

F = Frequently (33-64% of day)

O = Occasionally (up to 32% of day)

I = Infrequently (not done daily)

N = Never

I Operates various office equipment

C Operates motorized vehicles

I Utilizes hand tools & maintenance equipment

I Utilizes adverse, hazardous or unpleasant equipment

F Requires physical activities such as bending, stooping, climbing and crawling

F Requires standing and walking

Lifts or Carries

10 lbs or less 51-75 lbs

11-25 lbs 76-100 lbs

 26-50 lbs over 100 lbs

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