Service Year Option - Food Farmacy Distribution Associate Driver

Job Summary

The Food Farmacy Associate supports daily operations of a food-as-medicine program by packaging and delivering food to patients, coordinating deliveries and documentation in the EHR based on the task.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required
• Maryland resident
• Individuals eligible for the Maryland Service Year Program (generally ages 18-24)
• Experience: No prior experience required
• Licensure/Certification: None required
• Skills & Abilities:
• Safe driving practices and a clean driving record
• Time management and ability to meet delivery schedules
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Ability to lift and carry bags (typically 25-50 lbs)
• Basic inventory tracking and documentation skills
• Customer service and communication skills
• Reliability and punctuality
• Problem-solving skills and adaptability in the field
• Familiarity with GPS/navigation tools

What You'll Do

• Package and prepare food bags according to program guidelines
• Load, transport, and deliver food to patients safely and on schedule
• Verify deliveries and maintain accurate logs and documentation
• Communicate with patients and team members regarding deliveries, issues and delays
• Provide friendly, respectful service during patient interactions
• Support overall Food Farmacy operations, as needed

What the Job is Really Like

• Fast-paced, hands-on work most of the day
• A mix of packing food and being on the road for deliveries
• Repetitive tasks (packing bags, loading/unloading)
• Lifting and moving items throughout your shift
• Working in different weather conditions during deliveries
• Following a set schedule but needing flexibility for changes
• Independent work while driving, team-based work while packing
• Interacting with patients-being friendly and respectful matters
• Staying organized to keep deliveries accurate and on time
• Feeling a sense of purpose helping people access healthy food

Work Environment & Demands

• Combination of time spent driving in the community, packing bags in the kitchen and assisting at the Food Farmacy pick-up location
• Regular lifting, carrying, and loading of bags (up to 25-50 lbs)
• Standing, walking, and repetitive tasks for extended periods
• Exposure to varying weather conditions during deliveries
• Fast-paced environment with set schedules and occasional route changes

What Success Looks Like

• Deliveries are accurate, on time, and completed safely
• Food bags are packed correctly and meet quality standards
• Inventory is organized and discrepancies are minimal
• Positive, respectful interactions with patients and team members

Caring for Our Team

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help

At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.