Organization Overview: The Stanley M. Isaacs Neighborhood Center (Isaacs Center) is a non-profit, multi-service organization focusing primarily on the needs of children and low-income families, out-of-school and out-of-work youth, and aging New Yorkers. We operate at community centers located in the neighborhoods of East Harlem and Yorkville, and seek to deliver programs that are impactful, innovative, and intergenerational.

Purpose of Position: The Meals on Wheels Deliverer will be responsible for the delivery of a daily meal to all clients on their assigned route. In addition, the deliverer will provide basic visual monitoring of their clients and report any significant changes to their direct supervisor for follow up

Schedule: 20-27 hours per week.

Hourly Rate: $18.00

Goddard Riverside and Isaacs Center follow the CDC and NYS recommendations to prevent the spread of COVID-19, and are now requiring all new hires to be vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they have a qualified exemption.

Primary Duties:

• Ensures that meal bags are properly packed and secure prior to delivery.
• Deliver meals to home bound clients as per the assigned route.
• Observe client and their surrounding area; report concerns as needed.
• Report to Supervisor clients that are not home to receive meals.
• Reports to driver and office staff any request for supportive services and needs by participants.
• Maintains accurate log of meal deliveries
• Delivers envelopes for participant contributions and collects contributions.
• Attends all in-service training and monthly meetings.
• Meal Deliverers with driver’s license may be asked to drive when needed
• Performs other duties as requested.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred
• Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets the agency’s auto insurance guidelines (including at least one year as a licensed driver and no suspensions within the last 3 years)
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Demonstrated sensitivity to the aging population.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Able to work either Thanksgiving or Christmas Day

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50lbs
• Frequent walking and standing
• Climbing stairs in walk-up apartment buildings

Work Environment

• Year-round outdoor delivery conditions
• Program office, Delivery vehicles and Client Buildings

The Isaacs Center is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, political or sexual orientation, military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, citizenship status, current employment status, or caregiver status.