Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

SAU 16; Stratham (NH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Stratham seeks a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to support students in developing essential life skills. The role involves implementing therapy plans, collaborating with teachers, and adapting environments to foster student success. Ideal candidates will be certified and possess strong communication skills, with a passion for working with children.

Qualifications

• COTAs must be certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
• Experience working in a school or educational setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized therapy plans focusing on fine motor skills.
• Provide direct support to students with daily living activities.
• Document student progress and prepare reports.

Skills

Communication Skills

Assessment and Intervention Planning Skills

Ability to Maintain Confidentiality

Education

Certification by NBCOT

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

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The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant will work under the supervision of our Occupational Therapists to assist students in developing essential skills for daily life, academics, and social participation. Their role involves implementing treatment plans, adapting the environment, and collaborating with teachers and families to support student success.

Essential Job Functions

• Implementing Treatment Plans: implements individualized therapy plans designed by the OT, focusing on fine motor skills, sensory processing, and self-care.
• Direct Student Support: provides direct support to students, offering guidance and assistance with activities of daily living and educational tasks.
• Collaboration and Communication: works closely with teachers, parents, and other school staff to integrate OT strategies into the classroom and home.
• Documentation and Reporting: document student progress, prepare reports, and communicate findings to the OT and other professionals.
• Adaptation and Modification: helps adapt learning materials and the school environment to meet individual student needs and abilities.
• Assisting with Assessments: assists with the assessment process, collecting data, and observing student performance under the supervision of the OT.
• Professional Development: stays informed about current practices in pediatric occupational therapy and participates in professional development opportunities.
  
  

Specific Tasks

• Preparing Therapy Materials: COTAs prepare and organize therapy materials and equipment.
• Maintaining Student Records: They assist in maintaining student records, charts, and reports.
• Assisting with Classroom Activities: They may help organize classroom activities, arrange furniture, and create an orderly learning environment.
• Providing Instruction: COTAs instruct students, teachers, and parents on positioning techniques, equipment use, and other aspects of therapy.
• Maintaining Equipment: They are responsible for maintaining therapy equipment and supplies.
• Participating in Meetings: COTAs participate in meetings and contribute to developing and reviewing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
  
  

Qualifications And Skills

• Certification: COTAs must be certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) and licensed by the state.
• Experience: Experience working in a school or educational setting is preferred.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are crucial for collaborating with teachers, families, and other team members.
• Assessment and Intervention Planning Skills: Needs strong skills in assessment and intervention planning.
• Passion for Working with Children: A passion for working with children and thrive is essential.
  
  

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities; it is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers, copiers, and AAC devices.

Use of standard therapy equipment.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to complete duties

Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).

Ability to work with a diverse group of staff and students.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.

Ability to establish a rapport with students in order to provide instruction and progress monitoring

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.

Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor and IEP team members

Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Physical And Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Ability to observe to student responses for conducting evaluations and student observations.

General writing abilities to create clear, concise, and grammatically correct reports.

Ability to use word processing to create assessment reports.

Ability to attend team meetings to verbally present results of evaluations.

Requires prolonged sitting or standing.

Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push objects or materials.

Occasional stooping, bending, and reaching.

Application Procedure

Please apply online

Applications will be considered only when a cover letter, resume, three letters of recommendation, license and transcripts have been attached to your online application

Posted vacancies in SAU 16 have been approved by the School Board.

It is the policy of SAU 16 not to discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, color, homelessness, sexual orientation, age, or disability in its education programs, services, activities or employment practices.

Selection Procedure

All resumes will be screened and selected candidates will participate in a thorough interview process

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