Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Eleutheria; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Paid sick leave, holidays, vacation

CEU reimbursement

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Point Quest Group is seeking Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) for school-based roles across the Phoenix Metro area, including the East Valley and West Valley. Positions are part-time with flexible scheduling and require AZ COTA licensure and IVP fingerprint clearance.

You will work with licensed OTs, educators, and school teams to deliver individualized interventions based on IEPs and medical plans.

Qualifications

• AZ COTA license current or eligibility to obtain.
• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Experience in school or pediatric settings with children facing learning or social-emotional challenges.
• Familiarity with IEPs, treatment planning, and behavior interventions.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and data documentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualized treatment programs based on students’ IEPs or medical plans.
• Collaborate with the OT and interdisciplinary team to implement goals and accommodations.
• Support and follow guidance from the supervising OT during therapy sessions and interventions.
• Conduct data collection and assist with initial and ongoing assessments.
• Help complete annual and triennial reviews under OT supervision.
• Maintain thorough, timely documentation and provide progress updates to the OT and team.

Skills

COTA License AZ

IEPs knowledge

Data documentation

Job description

Job Title:

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Pay Range:

Based on Experience

Job Description:

2026-2027 School Year | Part-Time | Phoenix Metro, AZ | AZ COTA License

About the Role

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) with Point Quest Group, you'll play an important role in helping students develop the skills they need to succeed in school and beyond. You'll work alongside licensed Occupational Therapists, educators, and school teams to provide individualized support that helps students build independence and confidence.

We are currently seeking COTAs for school-based opportunities across the Phoenix Metro area, including the East Valley, West Valley, and surrounding communities. With multiple school locations and flexible scheduling opportunities, we're looking for candidates interested in part-time assignments or combining multiple school placements based on availability and organizational needs.

Why Join Us

• Founded and operated by practitioners and therapists who understand the work and prioritize meaningful support
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match, & more
• Paid Sick Leave, Holidays, and Vacation
• CEU reimbursement,tuition assistance, and ongoing professional development opportunities

What You'll Do

• Assist in delivering individualized treatment programs for students based on their IEPs or medical plans
• Collaborate with the OT and interdisciplinary team to implement goals and accommodations
• Support and follow guidance from the supervising OT for therapy sessions and interventions
• Conduct data collection and assist with initial and ongoing assessments
• Help complete annual and triennial reviews under OT supervision
• Maintain thorough, timely documentation and provide progress updates to the OT and team

We're Looking For

Required:

• Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license in Arizona (or eligibility to obtain)
• IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Preferred:

• Experience in school or pediatric clinical settings with children facing learning or social-emotional challenges
• Familiarity with IEPs, treatment planning, and behavior interventions
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and data documentation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-based, mission-driven environment

About Point Quest Group

Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350+ school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Everything we do starts with one unwavering commitment: students first.

Guided by a growth mindset, courageous leadership, and a deep culture of collaboration, fun, and determination, our teams show up every day ready to do whatever it takes for the students we serve. Through in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, we deliver the personalized support every student needs - and deserves - to succeed.

This job description reflects essential functions and may be adjusted as needed.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check conducted in accordance with applicable laws.

PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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