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Job Title: Nutrition Program Assistant

Location: Newport, Vermont\ Type: Part-Time\ Department: Nutrition Services\ Reports To: Nutrition Program Coordinator

Position Overview:

The Nutrition Program Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the coordination and smooth operation of our home-delivered meal service. This position ensures that daily meal delivery routes are accurately organized, meals are assigned to the appropriate drivers, and necessary updates are made to delivery schedules and client information. The role is primarily focused on data entry, logistical support, and communication with meal delivery drivers to guarantee timely and accurate delivery of meals to homebound older adults in the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Management: Accurately enter client information, delivery routes, and meal orders into the database. Ensure all records are up-to-date and complete.
• Route Coordination: Create and adjust daily meal delivery routes to optimize efficiency and minimize delivery times.
• Driver Support: Serve as a point of contact for volunteer and paid drivers, providing them with route sheets and any necessary changes or updates.
• Quality Control: Monitor meal delivery data to ensure that clients receive the correct meals on time. Communicate any changes promptly to the Nutrition Program Coordinator.
• Client Communication: Occasionally assist in communicating directly with clients regarding meal deliveries, special instructions, or schedule changes.
• Compliance: Ensure that all meal delivery protocols are followed and that all client interactions are handled with professionalism and confidentiality.
• General Support: Assist the Nutrition Program Coordinator with various administrative tasks, special projects, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; additional coursework in logistics, office administration, or a related field is a plus.
• Experience: Previous experience in data entry, office administration, or logistics coordination preferred.
• Skills:
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to last-minute changes.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and comfortable learning new software.
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Team-oriented mindset and a willingness to support drivers and staff as needed.

Working Conditions:

• Primarily office-based with minimal physical demands.
• Occasional phone and email communication with meal delivery drivers and clients.
• Part-time.

Be a part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of older adults in our community. Your work will directly contribute to providing nutritious meals and a vital safety check for some of our most vulnerable residents.

To Apply: Submit your resume and cover letter through Vermont Job Link. Or send directly to hwill@nekcouncil.org