VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION WORKER

DescriptionThis position provides individualized teaching, training, and support to adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses. Responsibilities include completing and updating assessments of needs and strengths required by the program, developing and leading psych educational programming, providing vocational and independent life skills training in the Clubhouse facility and in the community. The Vocational Rehabilitation Worker provides skill / resource development, encouragement to clients as they move into vocational or community-based activities of their choice; ensures that all clients receive the level of and / or have access to the services / supports they choose, and to monitor and track client progress of assigned caseload; and participates in the development of individualized rehabilitation plans. This specialized program provides a safe and therapeutic environment, facilitating a client-centered focus on recovery. Rehabilitation workers provide services which are developed to assist individuals in reaching their optimal level of community integration.May involve some evening and weekend work.1.. Follows program policies and procedures and complies with safety standardsa. Ensures the security of the programs property. b. Maintains certifications or trainings as required by the program. 2. Engages members in the different work units of the Clubhouse. a. Assures that adequate work exists in the units and that the work is completedb. Interact with members in an appropriate and professional manner. c. Work side by side with members in completing the work within the Clubhouse. d. Provides support to members in accomplishing their goalse. Engages members in social activities. 3. Maintain and complete billing for the program.a. Complete insurance documents and any other required documentation b. Maintains accurate records and completes necessary documentation as required by the program.46. Participate in the work ordered day activities including unit, house, and organizational meetings. 4. Communicate effectively with staff, management, and members. 5. Participates in the collection of data for the comprehensive quality assurance plan to evaluate the program.a. Document all goals achieved by clientsb. Document all in-patient hospitalizations of clients participating in West Place Clubhouse6. Assists members in identifying and utilizing community resources / entitlements 7. Train, support, and provide coverage for members in the transitional employment program. “Ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Physical Conditions chart; and the ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Conditions chart (see attached charts)”1. Completes of documentation when opening of a new Clienta. Functional Assessmentb. Strength Based Assessmentc. Individual Rehabilitation Goal Pland. Medical Releasese. Client information sheetf. Client participation agreement and confidentially sheetg. Authorization for disclosure of health informationh. Advance Directivei. Individual Notej. Obtain a copy of an ID2. Maintain assigned caseloada. Meeting at least one hour a month to discuss progress in program3. Every 90 days renewa. Authorizations for disclosure of health informationb. Member participation agreement and confidentially sheetc. Review Individual Rehabilitation Goal Plan4. Once a year must complete a new Strength Based assessment and functional assessment5. Plan and execute recovery-based skills teaching a. Document at the end of each day the services provided and members progress on members who attended the Clubhouse Programb. Document members who participated in unit on a daily basis 6. Attend monthly staff meeting at West Place Clubhouse 7. Fill out and submit billing authorization for clients a. County formb. Beacon (VBH) c. Document after each session a note that describes and how it is helps each member work towards his or her goal.

• One to two years’ experience in behavioral health field (paid or volunteer)License, Certification & ClearancesCPR certified; Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.Child mandated court Reporting Training within 30 days of hire or transferAct 33 Clearance with renewalAct 34 Clearance with renewalAct 73 FBI Clearance with renewalMust obtain Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP) within two years of hire or transferValid Pennsylvania Driver’s License (if out of state hire current Department of Motor Vehicle record report required and obtain PA Current Driver License within 30 days of hire).Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.Position Type / Expected Hours of WorkIncumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.AAP / EEOExcela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.Work EnvironmentEffective March 2020 or during pandemic : goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelinesWhen lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and / or transfer device is required.Essential – Absolute Necessity.Marginal – Minimal Necessity.Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps / shift.Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps / shift.Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps / shift.Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps / shift.Physical ConditionEssentialMarginalConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyRarelyNeverExtreme HeatXExtreme ColdXHeightsXConfined SpacesXExtreme Noise(>

85dB)XMechanical HazardsXUse of Vibrating ToolsXOperates Vehicle (company)XXOperates Heavy EquipmentXUse of Lifting / Transfer DevicesXRotates All ShiftsX8 Hours ShiftsXX10-12 Hours ShiftsXXOn-CallOvertime ( 8 / hrs. / shift; 40 / hr. / wk.)XXTravel Between SitesXXDirect Patient CareXXRespirator Protective EquipmentXEye ProtectionXHead Protection (hard hat)XHearing ProtectionXHand ProtectionXXFeet, Toe ProtectionXBody ProtectionXLatex ExposureXXSolvent ExposureXPaint (direct use) ExposureXDust (sanding) ExposureXEthylene Oxide ExposureXCytotoxic (Chemo) ExposureXBlood / Body Fluid ExposureXXChemicals (direct use) ExposureXXMist ExposureXWax Stripper (direct use)XNon-Ionizing Radiation ExposureXIonizing Radiation ExposureXLaser ExposureXPhysical DemandsWhen lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and / or transfer device is required.Essential – Absolute Necessity.Marginal – Minimal Necessity.Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps / shift.Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps / shift.Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps / shift.Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps / shift.Physical ConditionEssentialMarginalConstantlyFrequentlyOccasionallyRarelyNeverBending (Stooping)XXSittingXXWalkingXXClimbing StairsXXClimbing LaddersXStandingXXKneelingXXSquatting (Crouching)XXTwisting / TurningXXKeyboard / Computer OperationXXGross GraspXXFine Finger ManipulationXXHand / Arm CoordinationXXPushing / Pulling(lbs. of force)X

50#Lifting Seat Pan to KnuckleX10-19#20-29#30->

50#Lifting Knuckle to ShoulderX10-20#20->

50#Lifting Shoulder to OverheadX10-20#20->

50#When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and / or transfer device is required..QualificationsLicenses & CertificationsRequiredDRIVER'S LICENSEBASIC LIFE SUPPORT