Skill Instructor - Adult Training Center (Tampa)

Quest Inc. • Tampa, FL

7d • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

Quest, Inc. makes a difference in the lives of nearly 600 people each day. For over 60 years, Quest, Inc. has been committed to enriching the lives of individuals with disabilities by providing a path to independence, community inclusion, and empowerment. We are a trusted name in offering compassionate, quality support services, and we invite you to be a part of our team.

Requirements

• High school diploma (required)
• 18 years of age of 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 (computer, copier, tablet, calculator, etc.) (preferred)
• Hoyer lift, van lift, and adaptive equipment (wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, etc.) (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Drive large capacity vehicles in order to provide transportation to program participants to/from 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 pharmacy as needed.
• Facilitate skill development programs for assigned participants including required 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 (i.e., Art, Fitness, Social, Adult Education), community inclusion trips and other routine activities in 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, loading/unloading of contract work, etc.
• Implement personal care, meal and behavior service protocols as outlined by facility and provide care for program participants, including activities of daily living (personal hygiene needs, toileting, mealtime assistance and repositioning).
• Facilitate safe working environment through performing routine housekeeping duties, reporting of potential hazards, and consistently maintaining assigned facility/area in safe and clean manner.
• Report to work during inclement weather to ensure adequate supervision and care of all individuals in the home. This 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, and more!
• 401(K) with company match and EAP for part-time/part-time on call employees

What This Job Offers

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