ABOUT
OREGON CASCADES WEST COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (OCWCOG)
OCWCOG
manages a variety of local, State, and Federal programs to serve residents,
local governments, and businesses in our tri-County Region. OCWCOG is
recognized by the State of Oregon as an Area Commission on Transportation (ACT)
and a Type B Medicaid Transfer Agency. Additionally, the association is
recognized by the Federal Government as an Area Agency on Aging (AAA), an
Economic Development District (EDD), an Economic Development Revolving Loan
Fund Coordinator, a U.S. Department of Agriculture Revolving Loan Agency, and
staffs the two Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) in the Region. These
designations increase OCWCOG’s ability to serve our communities’ needs.
As an Oregon
intergovernmental entity, in addition to the programs and services that OCWCOG
is required by State or Federal contract to provide, OCWCOG helps businesses
find appropriate capital; facilitates seniors and persons with disabilities
plan for independent living; coordinates local road improvement priorities; and
assists with administration and technical support for its member governments.
Each program works towards OCWCOG’s mission of helping the
Region’s communities collaborate to solve problems and connect member
governments, businesses, and individuals with a wide array of resources.
TITLE:
Meal Site Manager Siletz/Toledo
CLASS:
Meal Site Manager
Program:
Community Services Siletz and Toledo Location
Regular Part Time
(18 hrs/wk) Monday/Wednesday/Friday
SUMMARY OF
POSITION
Manages the
day-to-day operation of a meal site serving three days per week for Dining Room
and Meals on Wheels. Coordinates all
meal related activities including volunteer recruitments and training,
community relations, record keeping and fund-raising.
ESSENTIAL JOB
DUTIES
Performs position duties in a manner that
promotes customer service and harmonious working relationships, including
treating all persons courteously and respectfully. Engages in effective team participation
through willingness to assist and support co-workers, supervisors, and other
work related-associations. Develops good working relationships with division
and agency staff and supervisors through active participation in accomplishing
group projects and in identifying and resolving problems in a constructive
manner. Demonstrates positive acceptance
of constructive feedback and suggestions, in an effort to strengthen work
performance. Contributes to a positive,
respectful and productive work atmosphere.
Regular attendance is required to meet the demands of this job and to
provide necessary services.
- Recruits
for responsible site volunteers. Trains,
delegates and supervises volunteers to perform, efficiently and effectively, a
variety of duties.
- Directs
the receiving, holding and serving of all foods following proper health and
sanitation procedures, and Senior Meals policies as outlined in the Senior
Meals Policies and Procedures Manual.
- Arranges
and directs the process for meal delivery for homebound persons, including
planning delivery routes, recruiting and training volunteer drivers and kitchen
help.
- Monitors
quality, appearance, and menu adherence of food.
- Responsible
for creating a welcoming atmosphere in the dining room, including decorating,
hosting/greeting, party planning, etc.
- Conducts
criminal history background checks on volunteers.
- Plans
and coordinates support service activities with advice and assistance from
participants, the Senior Meals Supervisor.
- Oversees
and monitors collection and deposit of contributions.
- Maintains
meal site records and prepares meal site reports on computer.
- Plans,
develops and monitors fund-raising activities.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in a busy dining room and
kitchen setting. Work requires the
ability to stand for long periods of time along with lifting and carrying large
hotel pans of hot food. Occasional
travel is required in order to attend meetings, deliver meals, or to pick up
supplies.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Receives direct supervision from the Senior
Meals Supervisor through written procedures, staff meetings and consultation.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: While direct supervision of
staff is not a responsibility of this position, the incumbent is responsible
for recruiting, hiring, training and supervising the work activities of
non-paid volunteers.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience &
Training
Graduation
from high school or equivalent and minimum two years’ experience in a volunteer
or paid supervisory position, plus experience in working with adults; OR, a
satisfactory combination of equivalent education, training and experience which
demonstrates knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
Knowledge, Skills
and Abilities
Knowledge of the community in
which the dining center is located;
Knowledge of spelling and business
grammar;
Knowledge of and ability to
operate, a personal computer;
Knowledge of basic clerical and
telephone skills;
Ability to understand the
differing needs of the elderly and to relate to older adults with respect,
patience and a sense of humor.
Ability to work independently,
diplomatically, and handle multiple projects and a high volume of work;
Ability to recruit, train, and
supervise volunteers;
Ability
to exercise good time management skills in order to accomplish both daily tasks
and on-going projects;
Ability to get along well with
others demonstrated by excellent interpersonal skills;
Ability to maintain accurate
records;
Ability to stand for long periods
of time;
Ability to lift and carry large
pans of hot food;
Ability to effectively communicate
both orally and in writing;
Skills in composing standard
business letters;
Excellent organizational skills
with the ability to coordinate and prioritize work.
Licenses, Certificates, &
Other Requirements
Possession of a Valid Oregon Driver’s License,
or have the ability to obtain reliable transportation in order to travel
throughout the three-county area.
Must obtain a Food Handler’s permit within 30
days of employment.
Must successfully complete a criminal
background check.
Must obtain DHS certification to conduct
background checks within 60 days of employment.
This job description in no way states or
implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying
this position. Employees are required to
follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related
duties requested by their supervisor.
Requirements
are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and abilities. To successfully perform this job, the
employee will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty
proficiently.
SALARY and BENEFITS:
$14.97 - $20.06/hr., plus generous paid leave; tax deferred plans;
and fully-paid retirement benefits
GENERAL INFORMATION
This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union
(SEIU).
TO APPLY
You must submit the following application materials to be considered as a
viable candidate:
1. A completed application and current resume that clearly
describes your experience, skills, and/or knowledge related to the requirements
of the position and demonstrates that you meet qualifications of the position
listed above.
2. A cover letter
explaining how your background, experience and training qualify you for this
position. Please describe your experience and training specifically as they
relate to the Minimum Qualifications.
If you are an eligible veteran and wish to claim veterans’ preference points
AND you also meet the minimum qualifications for this position, the points will
be added to your score. To receive veterans’ preference points, you MUST attach
to your application materials the following required documentation:
• A copy of your DD214/DD215
form; OR a letter from the US Department of Veteran’s Affairs indicating you
receive a non-service connected pension for the five (5) point preference.
• A copy of your DD214/DD215 form; AND a copy of your veteran’s disability
preference letter from the Dept. of Veterans’ Affairs for the ten (10) point
preference.
OCWCOG provides veterans’ preference in
employment to all eligible veterans. For more information, please go to
the State website:
Veterans Information
OCWCOG is an equal opportunity/ affirmative
action employer and is strongly committed to enhancing the diversity of its
workforce. Assistance will be provided in the recruitment, application
and selection process to applicants with disabilities who request such
assistance. Please call (541) 967-8720 as
early as possible regarding any assistance you may require.
If you have any questions please contact HR at hrrecruit@ocwcog.org.
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The Posting Number for this
position is 202108.