Lead Specialist Community Meals

Fort Collins, CO (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=405+Canyon+Avenue+Fort+Collins+CO+USA+80521)

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Description

WHO WE ARE

Volunteers of America Colorado is a nonprofit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in-need transform their lives. Through more than 50 distinct human service programs, Volunteers of America changes the lives of more than 140,000 vulnerable Coloradoans each year. VOA services include housing and emergency shelters, hunger and nutrition services, and many other community support programs. Our work touches the mind, body, heart and ultimately the spirit of those we serve. VOA integrates compassion with highly effective programs that build and strengthen communities.

WHY VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICAVolunteers of America Colorado believes unique challenges require unique and thoughtful solutions. VOA creates specialized programs to meet the critical needs of the communities we serve—our programs across Colorado look different because each community is distinct. Volunteers of America recognizes the senior who needs assistance with her grocery shopping in Fort Collins, and the student in Aurora who has never been to summer camp. We support Denver’s homeless veterans who have been underserved, and prepare preschoolers challenged by poverty to be successful in elementary school and beyond. Wherever we go we engage faith, relationship-building, and volunteers to lift-up and support Colorado’s most vulnerable citizens.

**Responsible for the day-to-day operations of Northern Colorado Services

Community Meals Program (Congregate Meals, or Smiling Spoon), supervising.

program volunteers, ensuring compliance with agency and funder regulations,

and providing a quality meal experience for older adults aged 60+.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Ensures the delivery of meals for the Community Meals Program

maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations,

policies, and procedures, including health, sanitation, and safety

regulations.

· Manages program volunteers including volunteer recruitment, selection,

training, supervision, and recognition.

· Ensures that menus, recipes, and portioning guidelines are followed by the

meal provider and that appropriate amounts of food are prepared and

properly packaged for delivery to community sites. Ensures that all menus

and substitutions are approved by the dietitian before meals are prepared

and served.

· Ensures staff and volunteers adhere to all health, sanitation, and safety

regulations; maintains proficiency in all aspects of proper food handling,

including knowledge and application of the Colorado Retail Food

Establishment Regulations. Ensures annual inspections of sites by the local

health department. Maintains records of compliance, including inspection

reports, food safety logs, and trainings.

· Maintains communication and effective working relationship with contracted meal providers. Tasks include menu planning, problem-solving, regulatory compliance, and sharing client feedback.

· Supports the development, and distribution of meal site nutrition education materials, presentations, and special events.

· Monitors all sites to ensure compliance with Volunteers of America and funder policies and procedures, strengthen relations with volunteers, and assess client satisfaction. Maintains records and data in compliance with all regulatory agency guidelines, including inventory control, participant information, and dining site information.

· Fosters and maintains meaningful relationships with clients, volunteers, and community partners including host agencies, meal providers, referral partners, and other staff.

· Maintains equipment used in the program and orders program supplies.

· Participates in outreach activities to promote the Community Meals Program.

· Performs other duties needed to advance program operations, support other members of the team, and fulfill nutrition program goals.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK· Fulltime · 40 hours with a 30- or 60-minute lunch · Must work core hours of 9:30 – 4:00, Monday – Friday. Some flexibility with hours and work-from-home options possible, as programmatic needs allow.

LOCATION 405 Canyon Avenue Fort Collins, CO 80521

Salary: $20.00-$23.20/hr

Benefit eligibility is based on job type/status:

Vacation Time

Separate Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Personal Days

Volunteer/Wellness Day

Tuition Assistance

Pension Plan

403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match

Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurances

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Employee Assistance/Work Life Balance Program

Employee Discount Program

LifeLock with Norton

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Volunteers of America is an EEO/AA Employer

Position will remain open until filled

Requirements

COMPETENCIES

· Models core culture attributes of Volunteers of America – Colorado Branch that include “AIRS” (Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Service).

· Models and pursues with vigor Volunteers of America – Colorado Branch three strategical critical virtues of HHS (Hungry, Humble, People Smart).

· Demonstrates Volunteers of America- Colorado Branch qualities expected of all employees that include Adaptability, Performance, and Compliance.

· Sensitive to older adult issues and concerns.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES· 30-60 Meal Site Volunteers / On occasion, may supervise program interns.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION

· Bachelor’s Degree in related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

· Minimum two years of experience managing the day-to-day operations of community services, including experience in, but not limited to meeting daily quotas, managing third party contractors, handling daily problems/emergencies, monitoring for regulation compliance, accurate recordkeeping, etc.

· Valid Colorado driver’s license and proof of insurance. Provides and maintains a reliable mode of transportation for all scheduled shifts and can drive safely in all types of inclement weather.

· This position requires a National Sex Offender Public Website check, criminal background check, motor vehicle record check, and Colorado Adult Protective Services check. Offers of employment are contingent upon the results of these checks.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS OF POSITION

· Experience in food service management.

· Experience in volunteer management.

· Experience with older adults or vulnerable populations

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

· Demonstrated effective communication skills, both written and verbal

· Good organization and planning skills

· Ability to work well in a team environment

· Ability to train, direct, and support volunteers

· Experience with computer and office equipment, including familiarity with Microsoft suite applications including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Driving required to complete meal site visits and community outreach; driving occurs throughout the Larimer County front range and totals approximately 2-5 hours per week.

Salary Description

$20.00-$23.20/hr