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Updated March 14, 2024
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Example pass worker requirements on a job description
Pass worker requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in pass worker job postings.
Sample pass worker requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Relevant work experience
- Knowledge of relevant regulations
- Valid driver's license
- Proficiency in relevant software
Sample required pass worker soft skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work with a team
- Ability to multi-task
- Excellent organizational skills
Pass worker job description example 1
Excela Health pass worker job description
The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker is responsible for leading and facilitating groups of the Westmoreland Psychiatric Rehabilitation program. This 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 groups, providing vocational and independent life skills training. The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker provides skill/resource development, counseling and 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 job helps provides a safe and therapeutic environment and facilitating a client-centered focus on recovery. Psychiatric Rehabilitation workers provide services which are developed to assist individuals in reaching their optimal level of community integration.
Essential Job Functions
+ Follow an overall rehabilitation philosophy and provide guidance to fellow staff and clients in methods of achieving them.
+ Plan, organize, and implement groups and activities.
+ Develop group curriculums consistent with client needs and desires.
+ Ensure that all client’s appointments are set in a timely fashion.
+ Conduct person-centered individual sessions consistent with the client’s goals.
+ Participate in the collection of data for the comprehensive quality assurance plan to evaluate the program.
+ Document all goals achieved by clients.
+ Document all in-patient hospitalizations to clients participating in the Psych Rehab program.
+ Complete all documentation according to OMHSAS and Program guidelines.
+ Complete documentation when opening of a new Client.
+ Maintain a caseload of clients by meeting at least one hour a month to discuss program progress and review individual rehabilitation goal plans.
+ Renew necessary documents in a timely manner.
+ Annually complete a new Strength Based assessment and functional assessment.
+ Plan and execute a recovery based curriculum for 4 groups a week.
+ Establish, maintain and update a curriculum for each group.
+ Document after each group session a note that describes the lesson plan and how it is helps each client work towards his or her goal.
+ Attend monthly staff meeting at Psych Rehab office.
+ Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
+ Bachelor’s Degree or Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP)
+ Six (6) months to one (1) year of experience in Behavioral Health
+ Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment.
+ Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
+ Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
+ Knowledge of basic Office Equipment such as copier, fax machine, etc.
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Outlook
+ Strong time management and organizational skills; ability to work independently and in a team setting; creativity in treatment in various settings, flexibility in scheduling.
+ Ability to communicate with all members of the health care team
License, Certification & Clearances
+ Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required
+ Act 33 Clearance with renewal
+ Act 34 Clearance with renewal
+ Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
+ Child mandated court Reporting Training within 30 days of hire or transfer
+ Must obtain Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP) within two years of hire or transfer
+ Valid 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 Responsibilities
+ This 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 Work
+ Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
+ Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.
LEAN
+ Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one’s own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela’s missions, vision and values.
AAP/EEO
+ Excela 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 Environment
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines
When 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 Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
X
Extreme Cold
X
Heights
X
Confined Spaces
X
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
X
Mechanical Hazards
X
Use of Vibrating Tools
X
Operates Vehicle (company)
X
X
Operates Heavy Equipment
X
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
X
Rotates All Shifts
X
8 Hours Shifts
X
X
10-12 Hours Shifts
X
X
On-Call
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)
X
X
Travel Between Sites
X
X
Direct Patient Care
X
X
Respirator Protective Equipment
X
Eye Protection
X
Head Protection (hard hat)
X
Hearing Protection
X
Hand Protection
X
X
Feet, Toe Protection
X
Body Protection
X
Latex Exposure
X
X
Solvent Exposure
X
Paint (direct use) Exposure
X
Dust (sanding) Exposure
X
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
X
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
X
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
X
X
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
X
X
Mist Exposure
X
Wax Stripper (direct use)
X
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
X
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
X
Laser Exposure
X
Physical Demands
When 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 Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
X
X
Sitting
X
X
Walking
X
X
Climbing Stairs
X
X
Climbing Ladders
X
Standing
X
X
Kneeling
X
X
Squatting (Crouching)
X
X
Twisting/Turning
X
X
Keyboard/Computer Operation
X
X
Gross Grasp
X
X
Fine Finger Manipulation
X
X
Hand/Arm Coordination
X
X
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
X
<10#
Carry
X
<10#
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
X
Seeing Near w/Acuity
X
X
Feeling (Sensation)
X
Color Vision
X
Hearing Clearly
X
X
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
X
X
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
X
X
Reaching Forward
X
X
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
X
10-19#
20-29#
30->50#
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
X
10-19#
20-29#
30->50#
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
X
10-20#
20->50#
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
X
10-20#
20->50#
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential Job Functions
+ Follow an overall rehabilitation philosophy and provide guidance to fellow staff and clients in methods of achieving them.
+ Plan, organize, and implement groups and activities.
+ Develop group curriculums consistent with client needs and desires.
+ Ensure that all client’s appointments are set in a timely fashion.
+ Conduct person-centered individual sessions consistent with the client’s goals.
+ Participate in the collection of data for the comprehensive quality assurance plan to evaluate the program.
+ Document all goals achieved by clients.
+ Document all in-patient hospitalizations to clients participating in the Psych Rehab program.
+ Complete all documentation according to OMHSAS and Program guidelines.
+ Complete documentation when opening of a new Client.
+ Maintain a caseload of clients by meeting at least one hour a month to discuss program progress and review individual rehabilitation goal plans.
+ Renew necessary documents in a timely manner.
+ Annually complete a new Strength Based assessment and functional assessment.
+ Plan and execute a recovery based curriculum for 4 groups a week.
+ Establish, maintain and update a curriculum for each group.
+ Document after each group session a note that describes the lesson plan and how it is helps each client work towards his or her goal.
+ Attend monthly staff meeting at Psych Rehab office.
+ Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
+ Bachelor’s Degree or Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP)
+ Six (6) months to one (1) year of experience in Behavioral Health
+ Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment.
+ Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
+ Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments
+ Knowledge of basic Office Equipment such as copier, fax machine, etc.
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Outlook
+ Strong time management and organizational skills; ability to work independently and in a team setting; creativity in treatment in various settings, flexibility in scheduling.
+ Ability to communicate with all members of the health care team
License, Certification & Clearances
+ Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required
+ Act 33 Clearance with renewal
+ Act 34 Clearance with renewal
+ Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
+ Child mandated court Reporting Training within 30 days of hire or transfer
+ Must obtain Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP) within two years of hire or transfer
+ Valid 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 Responsibilities
+ This 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 Work
+ Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
+ Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.
LEAN
+ Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one’s own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela’s missions, vision and values.
AAP/EEO
+ Excela 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 Environment
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines
When 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 Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
X
Extreme Cold
X
Heights
X
Confined Spaces
X
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
X
Mechanical Hazards
X
Use of Vibrating Tools
X
Operates Vehicle (company)
X
X
Operates Heavy Equipment
X
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
X
Rotates All Shifts
X
8 Hours Shifts
X
X
10-12 Hours Shifts
X
X
On-Call
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)
X
X
Travel Between Sites
X
X
Direct Patient Care
X
X
Respirator Protective Equipment
X
Eye Protection
X
Head Protection (hard hat)
X
Hearing Protection
X
Hand Protection
X
X
Feet, Toe Protection
X
Body Protection
X
Latex Exposure
X
X
Solvent Exposure
X
Paint (direct use) Exposure
X
Dust (sanding) Exposure
X
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
X
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
X
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
X
X
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
X
X
Mist Exposure
X
Wax Stripper (direct use)
X
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
X
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
X
Laser Exposure
X
Physical Demands
When 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 Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
X
X
Sitting
X
X
Walking
X
X
Climbing Stairs
X
X
Climbing Ladders
X
Standing
X
X
Kneeling
X
X
Squatting (Crouching)
X
X
Twisting/Turning
X
X
Keyboard/Computer Operation
X
X
Gross Grasp
X
X
Fine Finger Manipulation
X
X
Hand/Arm Coordination
X
X
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
X
<10#
Carry
X
<10#
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
X
Seeing Near w/Acuity
X
X
Feeling (Sensation)
X
Color Vision
X
Hearing Clearly
X
X
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
X
X
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
X
X
Reaching Forward
X
X
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
X
10-19#
20-29#
30->50#
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
X
10-19#
20-29#
30->50#
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
X
10-20#
20->50#
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
X
10-20#
20->50#
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024