Skill Instructor/ Paraprofessional

Quest Inc. • Apopka, FL

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Quest, Inc. is an organization committed to enriching the lives of individuals with disabilities by providing a path to independence, community inclusion, and empowerment. For over 60 years, Quest, Inc. has been a trusted name in offering compassionate, quality support services to nearly 600 people each day. The mission of Quest, Inc. is to help people with developmental disabilities experience a full life, guided by the vision to provide lifelong services for these individuals.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

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-administrations 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 insurance including HRA, FSA, premium discounts, wellness credits, free virtual visits, free Minute Clinic visits, free imaging, and surgery
• Dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with up to 2.5% company match
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary accident and hospitalization coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees