Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

PARS Therapy; Georgia; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Spousal insurance

401(k) options

Paid time off

On-the-job training

Awards and recognition program

Job summary

Post-Acute Rehab Solutions is seeking a Home Health Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to empower clients in home settings in Houston, TX. You will work on adapting therapy plans, teaching tasks, and ensuring safe performance of ADLs/IADLs to promote independence.

The role requires a COTA certification and experience in home care or rehab, with a focus on compassionate, client-centered care and collaboration with families and caregivers.

Qualifications

• COTA certification required.
• Home care or rehab experience preferred.
• Proven working experience as Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of Occupational Therapy.
• Hands-on experience with computer programs and creative media.
• Familiarity with ADLs evaluation tools (e.g., Katz ADL scale, Lawton IADL scale).
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.
• Current knowledge of treatment practices per discipline and drive to continually learn and grow in the profession.

Responsibilities

• Address client’s aspects of performance to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being, and life quality.
• Select and adapt the appropriate per case occupational therapy treatment model, method, and approach to direct the process of interventions.
• Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL).
• Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components.
• Assess client’s home and other environments and advice on alterations consistent with their needs and capabilities.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and train in its use.
• Guide and educate family members and caregivers.
• Observe, note, and report on progress of long- and short-term treatment goals.
• Collect data and document processes followed.
• Regularly follow-up with client

Skills

COTA certification

Home care experience

Occupational therapy knowledge

ADLs/IADLs assessment

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in Houston, TX

At Post-Acute Rehab Solutions, we are on the lookout for a dedicated and compassionate Home Health Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA). Your mission will be to empower individuals in developing, recovering, or maintaining their daily living and work skills—whether they are facing physical, mental, or developmental challenges. By providing personalized and effective services, you will help clients confidently engage in their everyday activities and embrace independence. We are seeking a candidate who takes a holistic approach and can tailor environments to meet individual needs.

Benefits

• Multiple Major Medical Plans to Choose From (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Spousal Insurance
• 401k Options
• PTO
• Paid Training on the job or in office

• Internal Awards and Recognition Program

Responsibilities

• Address client’s aspects of performance to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being, and life quality.
• Select and adapt the appropriate per case occupational therapy treatment model, method, and approach to direct the process of interventions.
• Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL)
• Teach clients new ways of approaching tasks and educate them on how to break down activities into achievable components.
• Assess client’s home and other environments and advice on alterations consistent with their needs and capabilities.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and train in its use.
• Guide and educate family members and caregivers.
• Observe, note, and report on progress of long- and short-term treatment goals.
• Collect data and document processes followed.
• Regularly follow-up with client

Requirements

• COTA certification required
• Home care or rehab experience preferred
• Proven working experience as Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
• Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of Occupational Therapy
• Hands-on experience with computer programs and creative media
• Familiarity with ADLs evaluation tools (e.g., Katz ADL scale, Lawton IADL scale)
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.
• Current knowledge of treatment practices per discipline and drive to continually learn and grow in the profession.