Meal Service Delivery Driver in Palatka, Florida at Easter Seals Florida Inc

Pay rate will be $15.00 per hour

Part-time position, working Monday only starting at 9:00am (3-4 hours per week)

About Easterseals

Easterseals Florida is a mission-driven organization dedicated to empowering individuals and families across the state through compassionate, high-quality services. With 52 programs operating throughout Florida, we create inclusive opportunities that help people of all abilities reach their full potential and lead meaningful, independent lives.

Make a Difference in the Lives of Local Seniors

We are seeking a dependable and compassionate Meal Delivery Driver to help deliver frozen meals to older adults throughout the Palatka area. This position provides an important service that helps seniors maintain their health and independence while receiving friendly, respectful support from our team.

If you enjoy helping others, working independently, and giving back to your community, we'd love to hear from you!

What we offer:

• Live and on-demand Professional Development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Easterseals Cares Wellness Program
• A culture that supports Work-Life Balance
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact in your community

A Snapshot of What You’ll Do:

• Pick up frozen meals from the designated office location
• Safely deliver meals to seniors' homes throughout the Palatka area
• Bring meals into clients' homes when needed and place them on a kitchen counter or other designated location
• Follow assigned delivery routes and schedules
• Provide friendly, courteous, and respectful service to all clients
• Handle meals carefully to maintain food safety and quality
• Report concerns regarding client well-being or unusual circumstances to the appropriate supervisor
• Maintain client confidentiality and privacy
• Follow all program policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
• Ability to meet our approved driver qualifications in order to drive your personal vehicle, as required, for program-related needs (minimum age of 21 and good driving history)
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently
• Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with older adults and staff
• Ability to read and follow instructions, policies, delivery routes, and safety procedures
• Basic math, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Comfortable entering clients' homes to place meals in designated areas when needed
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb stairs, and safely enter and exit residences
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat
• No prior experience required; equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered

Easterseals Florida has been rated a Great Place to Work (2020 – 2025) by our employees! We provide services daily that are leading the way to 100% equity, inclusion and access for people living with disabilities, families and communities. Working at Easterseals is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, your passion, and your commitment to help people with disabilities, families and the community, you might be exactly what we are looking for.

Easterseals Florida is a Drug Free Workplace (DFWP).

Easterseals Florida is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Easterseals Florida is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact our HR department at (407) 629-7881, hr@fl.easterseals.com, 2010 Crosby Way, Winter Park, FL 32792.

Under the directive of Florida House Bill 531, our organization utilizes the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information regarding the background screening requirements for this position can be found on the Florida HealthSource Background Screening website or at this specific link: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.