Skill Instructor - Adult Training Center - (Apopka)

Quest Inc. • Apopka, FL

1d • $17 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Quest, Inc. is seeking a Skill Instructor for their Adult Training Center. This role is crucial in enriching the lives of individuals with disabilities by providing support services that foster independence, community inclusion, and empowerment. The company has a long-standing commitment to offering compassionate, quality support and is looking for dedicated individuals to join their team.

Requirements

• High school diploma
• 18 years of age or older
• Valid FL Driver’s License with no major driving violations at all times (required if driver position)
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English
• Ability to remain calm and communicate during a crisis

Nice To Haves

• Previous working knowledge utilizing basic office equipment (washer, dryer, dishwasher, stove, oven, computer, copier, tablet, calculator, etc.)
• Experience with Hoyer lift, van lift, and adaptive equipment (wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, etc.)

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 engage in meaningful day activities (e.g., Art, Fitness, Social, Adult Education), community inclusion trips, and other routine activities through personal involvement and participation. Actively participate in ideas, suggestions, and feedback on meaningful day activities.
• Ensure outlined processes and timelines are met for 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 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
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Voluntary accident and hospitalization coverage available
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

What This Job Offers

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