Skill Instructor - Adult Training Center (Tampa)

Company Overview

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. To see more of what Quest, Inc. has to offer, click here!

Company Values, Mission, and Vision

At Quest, Inc., our mission is to help people with developmental disabilities experience a full life. We are guided by the vision to provide lifelong services for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Benefits - Why Youll Love Working Here

Full-time employees:

• 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!

Part-time and part-time on-call employees:

• Quest, Inc. provides 401(K) with company match and EAP for part-time/part-time on call employees

Sample Schedule

• Monday - Friday 8:00am - 3:00pm
• Schedules may vary. Please check with your recruiter to understand the availability of a specific schedule.

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.

Education/Certification/Licensure Requirements

• High school diploma (required)
• 18 years of age of older (required)
• Valid FL Driver's License with no major driving violations at all times (preferred)
• Read, write and comprehend English with the ability to remain calm and communicate during a crisis (required)

Work Experience/Related Requirements

• 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)

Quest, Inc. is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Quest to grant equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, veteran's status, marital status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal statute.

Additional Benefits Information

• Stay healthy with enhanced coverage - medical insurance includes an HRA, premium discounts, wellness credits, free virtual visits, free Minute Clinic visits, free imaging, and surgery
• Full smile & clear vision - dental and vision plans to keep you covered head to toe
• Security for you and your family - company-paid life and disability insurance coverage, plus long-term disability at no cost to you
• Short-term coverage when you need it - short-term disability for life's unexpected moments
• Invest in your future - 401(k) with a company match to grow your retirement savings
• Extra protection, your choice - voluntary accident and hospitalization coverage available
• Save smarter - flexible spending accounts (FSA) to help your dollars go further
• Support for life's challenges - confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to help you and yours
• Keep learning and growing- tuition assistance and tuition reimbursement to help you advance your education and career

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