Kosher Meals on Wheels Coordinator

About Us

Since 1891 Syracuse Jewish Family Services (SJFS) has been a trusted source of support for people in Central New York. We are a dedicated comprehensive network of services that work to build well-being reframe aging and create community for individuals and families.

Syracuse Jewish Family Services is looking for a Part Time Meals On Wheels Coordinator.

Are you an organized people-oriented individual with food service experience who wants to contribute to your community as well as work and grow in a variety of skill areas

Our friendly mission-driven human services team is seeking a Meals on Wheels Coordinator for our kosher MOW program.

Job responsibilities to include:

KMOW meal packing oversight and/or implementation 3 times weekly in collaboration with the KMOW associate and Jewish Home dietary services; conduct intakes and reassessments with homebound clients and their families; maintain appropriate client and meals records; recruit/train/manage volunteer drivers; liaison with healthcare providers and Office for Aging to best serve nutritional and social services needs of client; assist with PR and program recruitment; deliver meals when necessary.

Required skills and attributes include excellent communication and people skills (including English proficiency); good computer skills; organization and ability to multitask; strong work ethic; broad interests and skills including enjoyment of food service-related and driving tasks as well as program-related tasks; self-starter as well as team player; compassion. The KMOW Coordinator must be able and willing to learn and adhere to Jewish dietary laws and safe food handling standards. Must have the following: Bachelors degree; drivers license in good standing and ability to drive own car for occasional deliveries in-home client visits and errands (mileage is reimbursed); be able to lift 30 lbs. Position is half time with opportunities to add other responsibilities/hours.

Syracuse Jewish Family Service is a small non-profit EOE with a highly dedicated and supportive team of colleagues competitive salary and excellent benefits including remitted tuition. To apply please send cover letter and resume to Jay Sinclair Director at