Meals on Wheels
Volunteers deliver meals to the homes of community members who are unable to prepare healthy and nutritious food due to age, health or disability.
This service not only provides community members who are nutritionally at risk with access to a balanced diet, but it also offers personal interaction for those who are socially isolated.
The service operates Monday to Friday for the townships of Bairnsdale, Lakes Entrance and Paynesville. Volunteers are required to be available between approximately 11:15am and 1pm.
Responsibilities
- Check the number of meals packed correspond with run sheet totals before commencing run
- Ensure that the correct type of meal is delivered to the specified client as per run sheet
- Abide by the health and hygiene requirements outlined in the Safe Food Australia booklet
- Report any concerns or problems with clients, incidents and accidents, to the volunteer coordinator and complete the required paperwork
- Abide by GLCH Volunteer Policy
- Maintain a professional manner at all times and treat everyone you meet with sensitivity, dignity and respect
- Advise volunteer coordinator asap if unable to fill a shift as per roster.
What we're looking for:
- Be able to read run sheets and maps
- Have own car and maintain it in a clean and tidy manner
- Be physically fit as manual handling is a component of this role
- The ability to work with a wide range of people from diverse backgrounds
- Good interpersonal skills and a friendly manner
- Respect for all people and the ability to maintain confidentiality
- Be available to work between 11.00 and approximately 1.00pm, Monday to Friday and to be punctual
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and display flexibility.
Remuneration
- $5 voucher per run.
Time Commitment
No more than 1-2 hours a day in consultation with volunteer coordinator
Requirements:
- Police Check (3 yearly) – GLCH will support you to obtain this.
- Drivers Licence
- Vehicle Registration (annually)
- Vehicle Insurance (annually)
- Induction with Volunteer Engagement Officer - (approximately 30 minutes)
