Skill Instructor - Adult Training Center (Apopka)

Quest Inc. • Apopka, FL

2d • $17 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Quest, Inc. is seeking a Skill Instructor for its Adult Training Center in Apopka. This role is crucial in enriching the lives of individuals with disabilities by providing a path to independence, community inclusion, and empowerment. The Skill Instructor will facilitate skill development programs, assist participants in engaging in meaningful activities, and ensure a safe and supportive environment. Quest, Inc. has been a trusted name in quality support services for over 60 years, committed to helping people with developmental disabilities experience a full life.

Requirements

• High school diploma (required)
• 18 years of age or older (required)
• Read, write, and comprehend English with the ability to remain calm and communicate during a crisis (required)

Nice To Haves

• Valid FL Driver’s License with no major driving violations at all times (preferred)
• Previous working knowledge utilizing basic office equipment (washer, dryer, dishwasher, stove, oven, computer, copier, tablet, calculator, etc.) (preferred)
• Hoyer lift, van lift, and adaptive equipment (wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, etc.) (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Drive large capacity vehicles to provide transportation to program participants to/from the training center and community outings.
• Administer prescribed medications, monitor self-administration of medications, follow protocol for disposal of medications, maintain medication count, and communicate with the pharmacy as needed.
• Facilitate skill development programs for assigned participants, including instruction, assistance, prompting, and documentation. Actively participate in ideas, suggestions, and feedback on assigned skill development programs.
• Actively facilitate, assist, and encourage program participants to participate and engage in meaningful day activities (e.g., Art, Fitness, Social, Adult Education), community inclusion trips, and other routine activities in the program schedule through own involvement and participation. Actively participate in ideas, suggestions, and feedback on meaningful day activities.
• Ensure outlined processes and timelines are met in relation to paid vocational skill training, including assisting in contract work, performing quality assurance for contract work, and loading/unloading of contract work.
• Implement personal care, meal, and behavior service protocols as outlined by the facility and provide care for program participants, including activities of daily living (personal hygiene needs, toileting, mealtime assistance, and repositioning).
• Facilitate a safe working environment through performing routine housekeeping duties, reporting potential hazards, and consistently maintaining the assigned facility/area in a safe and clean manner.
• Report to work during inclement weather to ensure adequate supervision and care of all individuals, which may include sheltering in place during a hurricane.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage: HRA, FSA, premium discounts, wellness credits, free virtual and Minute Clinic visits, free imaging, and surgery
• Dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life, short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with up to 2.5% match
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Voluntary accident and hospitalization coverage available
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED