Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Orleans Southwest; Hardwick (VT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Orleans Southwest invites applications for a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our team in Hardwick, Vermont. You will implement intervention and therapy for students’ fine and gross motor skills under the direction of an OT, and support current staff across multiple sites within the Supervisory Union.

You’ll document sessions, provide consults, assist with Medicaid billing monthly, participate in meetings, and contribute to goals, treatment plans, and discharge planning,

Qualifications

• Only applicants with a current certification as a COTA will be interviewed.
• Reliable transportation is required to report to multiple sites within the Supervisory Union.
• A full background check is required for employment.
• Attendance at New Staff Orientation on August 19, 2026 is required.

Responsibilities

• Implement intervention and therapy for students' fine and gross motor skills under the direction of the OT.
• Assist current staff in direct service across the Supervisory Union.
• Attend and provide feedback at SPED meetings, IEP reviews, and team meetings.
• Document all treatment sessions and Medicaid billing monthly.

Skills

3+ years experience

Reliable transportation

Education

COTA certification

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5905792
Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Posted: Aug 27, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant is responsible for implementing intervention and therapy regarding students' fine and gross motor skills and functional abilities (e.g., perceptual-motor, hand functions, motor coordination, sensory development, muscle strength, etc.) under the direction of the Occupational Therapist. This position will work primarily to assist current staff in direct service for students across the supervisory union. They will be required to attend and provide feedback at SPED meetings, IEP review/annual meetings, in-services, and parent/team meetings. The COTA will be required to: document all treatment sessions, provide consult services on students receiving both direct and indirect OT support services, and document Medicaid billing after each session to be turned in monthly to the Medicaid biller. COTA will be required to offer observational insight and input for treatment and re-evaluation plans, updated objectives and goal suggestions, and will actively participate in the discharge planning process.
This position falls in the collective bargaining unit for Support Staff. Full benefits, including paid time off, are a part of the contracted agreement for the position. Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $22 to $27 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Special Education > OT Assistant

Welcome to Orleans Southwest

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Job Requirements

• Only applicants with a current certification as an occupational therapy assistant (COTA) will be interviewed, unless the applicant has the ability to achieve certification before August 19, 2026. Reliable transportation is required to report to multiple sites with the Supervisory Union. Approved mileage will be reimbursed. A full background check is required for employment, which will be separate from a background check needed for state COTA licensing. Attendance at the New Staff Orientation on August 19, 2026 is also required.
• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kelly Locke , Asst. Director of Student Services
• PO Box 338
• 157 Daniel's Road
• Hardwick, Vermont 05843
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