Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Educational Service Center of Lake Erie West; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Educational Service Center of Lake Erie West is seeking a qualified Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide school-based OT services to students aged 3–22 under the supervision of a licensed OT. Responsibilities include implementing therapy plans, collecting progress data for IEPs, collaborating with teachers and families, and helping students participate in classroom life.

Applicants should hold Ohio OTA license and Ohio Board registration; prior pediatrics experience is preferred;

Qualifications

• License and registration as OTA in Ohio.
• Prior experience in pediatrics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consult with the supervising therapist on therapy goals and data for IEPs.
• Assist students in transferring skills to the classroom and home by working with teachers and parents.
• Participate in transitioning students into and out of educational and/or therapy programs.
• Serve as a resource for classroom teachers regarding strategies, adaptations, and materials.
• Monitor accessibility of work and school environments.
• Construct or modify adaptive equipment for positioning, ADL, and classroom use.
• Assist in ensuring proper use and maintenance of therapy equipment.
• Maintain and submit student records and required reports.

Education

Ohio Board license as OTA

Ohio State Board registration as OTA

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

A COTA provides occupational therapy services to students with disabilities ages 3-22 under the direction and supervision of a registered occupational therapist. These services include assisting with the intervention, progress monitoring, and the documentation process. The COTA assists students in acquiring functional performance skills needed to participate in and benefit from the educational environment and helps the student function independently.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ohio Occupational Therapy Assistant Board License
• Ohio State Board of Education registration as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Prior experience in pediatrics preferred

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Consult with the supervising therapist concerning implementation and status of therapy goals (feeding programs, positioning, equipment, etc.). Contribute to the progress reports and help collect data for IEP
• Assist students in the transfer of newly acquired skills to the classroom and home by working with students, their teachers, and parents in a supportive and collaborative manner.
• Participate as a team member in the transitioning of students into and out of educational and/or therapy programs.
• Act as a resource person for classroom teachers regarding strategies, adaptations, and resource materials.
• Assist in monitoring work and school environments for accessibility.
• Construct, modify, and maintain adaptive equipment for positioning, ADL, vocational, and classroom use.
• Assist with ensuring the proper and safe use of equipment, making certain equipment is constructed properly and maintained in good working order.
• Assist in developing awareness of individual student needs and assist the occupational therapist in monitoring these needs.
• Assist with instructing the educational staff concerning the use of adaptive equipment, positioning programs, and integration of therapy goals into classroom and academic activities to enhance function.
• Assure that proper positioning and handling techniques are carried out correctly across all environments.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records; prepare and submit all required reports
• Assist with maintaining an inventory list of equipment; accountable for proper care and use of therapy equipment

SALARY

Based on salary schedule and/or commensurate with experience and education

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