ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Disability Rehabilitation Worker Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Excela Health

PA

The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker provides skill/resource development, counseling and ... age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other ...

Horizon House Inc

Psych Rehab Specialist

Chester, PA

... disabilities, behavioral health issues and substance abuse. With over 100 locations throughout ... The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker provides Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (PSR) facility ...

Horizon House

Psych Rehab Specialist

Chester, PA · On-site

... disabilities, behavioral health issues and substance abuse. With over 100 locations throughout ... The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker provides Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (PSR) facility ...

previous pagenext page

Showing results 21-40

All JobsDisability Rehabilitation Worker Jobs

Disability Rehabilitation Worker information

What is the difference between Disability Rehabilitation Worker vs Personal Support Worker?

AspectDisability Rehabilitation WorkerPersonal Support Worker
CredentialsCertifications in disability support, rehabilitation techniquesBasic health care training, personal support certifications
Work EnvironmentRehabilitation centers, community settingsHome care, long-term care facilities
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, rehabilitation agenciesHome care agencies, nursing homes

Disability Rehabilitation Workers focus on helping clients regain skills and independence through specialized therapies and support, often working in clinical or community settings. Personal Support Workers primarily assist with daily living activities and personal care, usually in clients' homes or long-term care facilities. While both roles support individuals with disabilities, their training, work environment, and job focus differ.

What is a disability rehabilitation worker?

Disability Rehabilitation Workers are professionals who support individuals with physical, mental, or developmental disabilities to achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life. They assist clients in developing skills necessary for daily living, provide emotional and social support, and help with accessing community resources. These workers often collaborate with healthcare providers, families, and social services to create and implement personalized rehabilitation plans. Their role may include teaching life skills, advocating for clients' needs, and monitoring progress to ensure effective rehabilitation.

What are some common challenges disability rehabilitation workers face when supporting clients, and how are these typically addressed?

Disability Rehabilitation Workers often face challenges such as effectively communicating with clients who have diverse needs, managing complex care plans, and adapting to varying levels of client independence. These challenges are typically addressed through ongoing training, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams (including occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and social workers), and the use of adaptive communication tools. Additionally, regular team meetings and access to professional supervision help workers share strategies, receive support, and maintain high-quality care.

What qualifications do you need to work with people with disabilities?

Disability Rehabilitation Workers typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with relevant certifications such as CPR and first aid. Many employers prefer candidates with post-secondary education in health, social work, or related fields, and good communication and interpersonal skills are essential for working effectively with clients with disabilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a disability rehabilitation worker, and why are they important?

To excel as a Disability Rehabilitation Worker, you need knowledge of rehabilitation techniques, personal care assistance, and a relevant diploma or certification in disability support or community services. Familiarity with assistive technology, client care plans, and documentation systems is typically required. Patience, empathy, strong communication, and problem-solving skills help build trust and effectively support clients' independence. These competencies are crucial for providing personalized care and fostering positive outcomes for individuals with disabilities.
More about Disability Rehabilitation Worker jobs
What job categories do people searching Disability Rehabilitation Worker jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Disability Rehabilitation Worker jobs are:
Disability Rehabilitation Worker jobs near you
Infographic showing various Disability Rehabilitation Worker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

PSYCHIATRIC REHABILITATION WORKER

Excela Health

Greensburg, PA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Days and hours are subject to change.
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.

Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]
Required Qualifications/Experience
  • High School Diploma, GED or Higher Level of Education
  • Two (2) year's experience in human services, must include (1) year of experience in Mental Health direct service.
  • Knowledge of basic Office Equipment such as copier, fax machine, etc.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Outlook

  • Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
  • Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience
  • Experience in Healthcare setting.

License, Certification & Clearances (please add any additional requirements)
  • 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 Driver's License (if out of state hire, the record report from applicable state's driver license department is required)

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 System locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Disclaimer
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Apply