Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Temporary Staffing Professionals; Fairhaven (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Temporary Staffing Professionals is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a school-based, on-site contract in Fairhaven, MA. You will implement OT plans under supervision, delivering direct therapy to students to improve fine motor skills, sensory processing, and daily living activities.

Applicants must hold an active MA COTA license. Prior school or pediatric experience is preferred, with collaboration alongside teachers to integrate therapy into classrooms and daily

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Active MA COTA license required.
• Previous experience working in a school or pediatric setting preferred.
• Understanding of IEP processes and documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implement occupational therapy treatment plans as developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.
• Provide direct therapy services to students to support fine motor skills, sensory processing, and daily living skills.
• Assist in documenting student progress and maintaining accurate service logs.
• Support students with classroom participation and functional independence.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to carry over therapy strategies into the classroom.
• Assist with preparing therapy materials and adapting equipment as needed.

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program

Experience in school or pediatric setting

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

We are hiring for a great client in Fairhaven, MA. This is an on-site contract opportunity for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) who will support students by implementing occupational therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist in a school-based setting.

Responsibilities

• Implement occupational therapy treatment plans as developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist
• Provide direct therapy services to students to support fine motor skills, sensory processing, and daily living skills
• Assist in documenting student progress and maintaining accurate service logs
• Support students with classroom participation and functional independence
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to carry over therapy strategies into the classroom
• Assist with preparing therapy materials and adapting equipment as needed

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Active MA COTA license required
• Previous experience working in a school or pediatric setting preferred
• Understanding of IEP processes and documentation requirements