Validation Program Coordinator

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, student loan repayment assistance, employee assistance program, and more.

At Quest, Inc., we believe every person deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and live as independently as possible. As a Validation Coordinator, youll help transform goals into real-life outcomes for adults with disabilities. From creating individualized learning programs to coaching staff and tracking progress, youll play an important role in helping individuals build new skills and increase their independence.

This is a full-time, onsite position based out of our Training Center in Apopka. Youll travel throughout the Orlando area to support our group homes, collaborate with staff, observe programs in action, and provide guidance that helps individuals achieve meaningful success.

What Youll Do:

• Develop individualized skill-building programs that help adults with disabilities achieve greater independence.
• Break complex life skills into achievable, teachable steps and create supporting training materials.
• Train, coach, and support Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) on program implementation and data collection.
• Conduct skill assessments and validate when individuals have successfully mastered goals.
• Monitor progress, analyze data, and adjust programming to ensure positive outcomes.
• Collaborate with residential, behavioral, and operational teams to support person-centered goals.
• Visit program sites and homes to observe implementation, provide feedback, and identify opportunities for growth.
• Solve real-world challenges by creating innovative approaches that help individuals overcome barriers and build new skills.
• Spend the majority of your time in homes and program settings, working directly with staff and individuals rather than sitting behind a desk.
• Witness the impact of your work firsthand as individuals achieve meaningful milestones, gain confidence, and increase their independence.
• Serve as a key resource for staff by providing guidance, mentorship, and ongoing support to ensure programs are delivered effectively.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of two years of experience working with adults with disabilities or cognitive/functional impairments
• Valid Florida drivers license with a clean driving record
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities
• Ability to remain calm and professional during crisis situations

Preferred Experience:

• Direct Support Professional (DSP) experience
• Lead DSP or supervisory experience
• Program development or staff training experience
• Experience collecting and reviewing data
• Experience teaching life skills or behavioral support strategies
• Knowledge of person-centered planning and goal development

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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