28 Pa. Code § 611.51 – Hiring or rostering of direct care workers.

(a) Hiring or rostering prerequisites. Prior to hiring or rostering a direct care worker, the home care agency or home care registry shall:
1. (1) Conduct a face-to-face interview with the individual.
  (Editor’s Note: Under section 2 of the act of October 16, 2024 (P.L. 977, No. 96) (act), § 611.51(a)(1) is abrogated to the extent of any inconsistency with the act.)
2. (2) Obtain at least two satisfactory references for the individual. A satisfactory reference is a positive, verifiable reference, either verbal or written, from a former employer or other person not related to the individual that affirms the ability of the individual to provide home care services.
3. (3) Require the individual to submit a criminal history report, in accordance with § 611.52 (relating to criminal background checks), and a ChildLine verification, if applicable, in accordance with the requirements of § 611.53 (relating to child abuse clearance).
(b) Direct care worker files. Files for direct care workers employed or rostered must include documentation of the date of the face-to-face interview with the individual and of references obtained. Direct care worker files must also include other information as required under § 611.52, § 611.53, and if applicable, § § 611.54, 611.55 and 611.56 (relating to provisional hiring; competency requirements; and health screening).

The provisions of § 611.51(a)(1) abrogated in part under section 2 of the act of October 16, 2024 (P.L. 977, No. 96).

The provisions of § 611.51(a)(1) abrogated in part October 16, 2024 (P.L. 977, No. 96). Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (346486).