Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

CHILDRENS SERVICE CENTER OF WYOMING VALLEY IN; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance (Free)

Dental insurance (Affordable)

Vision insurance (Affordable)

Life Insurance (Free)

Long Term Disability (Free)

401k with employer match (Safe Harbor)

Descripción de la vacante

CHILDRENS SERVICE CENTER OF WYOMING VALLEY IN in the United States is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide pediatric outpatient therapy under OT supervision, focusing on ADLs, play, sleep, sensory processing, and social participation.

The role requires an ACOTE-accredited OTA program, NBCOT COTA certification, PA licensure, and preferred pediatric experience; evening hours are required, with a strong emphasis on family education, documentation, and interprofessional

Formación

• ACOTE-accredited OTA program completed.
• Must be NBCOT-certified as COTA.
• Current Pennsylvania COTA license or licensure candidate.

Responsabilidades

• Provide skilled treatment under OT supervision.
• Develop individualized interventions to improve ADLs, play, and social participation.
• Support rehab goals to maximize independence.
• Participate in supervision and discharge planning.
• Maintain and update patient records daily, including billing.
• Educate clients and families on progress and strategies.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and assist with referrals.

Conocimientos

Pediatrics

Interventions

Family education

Documentation

Team collaboration

Educación

ACOTE-accredited OTA program

NBCOT COTA certification

PA COTA license or eligibility

Descripción del empleo

Purpose of this position:The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) will complete treatments for pediatric clients in the outpatient setting under the direction of the Occupational Therapist (OT). The COTA will be responsible for developing and providing interventions for individuals experiencing challenges in their occupational performance with deficit areas such as activities of daily living skills, play, leisure, sleep/rest, social participation, and sensory processing. Individuals who the COTA may provide treatment to include clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention-Deficit-Disorder, Attention-Deficit-Hyperactivity-Disorder, Global Developmental Delay, feeding concerns, and sensory processing difficulties. Evening hours are required.Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Provides skilled treatment to clients under the direction of the occupational therapist.Develops individualized interventions to support the rehabilitation of clients with mental, emotional, developmental, and/or physical disabilities.Restores function, prevents disability, and helps clients to reach their maximum level of independence.Participates in regular supervision with the occupational therapist within state guidelines.Collaborates with the occupational therapist on client goals and discharge planning.Coordinates and supervises any aids or interns/students in OT, when applicable, as facilitated through the Human Resources Department.Maintains, cleans, and adjusts use of sensory, fine motor, and gross motor OT equipment.Maintains appropriate client records including daily notes and billing in a timely fashion.Educates clients and/or families in strategies to support progress towards therapy goals.Make appropriate referrals within the organization, as well as to outside agencies as needed.Collaborates as a member of an interdisciplinary team.Maintains client privacy and confidentiality.Completes required organizational training courses and maintains appropriate licensure and certifications as applicableEmployee Benefits Include:FREE Health Care/Medical CoverageAffordable Dental, Vision & Supplementary InsurancesFREE Life Insurance & FREE Long Term DisabilitySafe Harbor 401k with Dollar-for-Dollar MatchingFREE Employee Assistance ProgramsYearly Annual Raises & Payday Flexibility - Control WHEN You Get PaidTuition Reimbursement - Advanced Degree & Development OpportunitiesStudent Loan Assistance Program ($150 per month on existing student loans)FREE Licensure, Supervision, Trainings, CEU/CME Reimbursement & Credentialing!FREE Subscription to the “Calm App”Employee Referral BonusesFlexible Holiday Time - Personal, Sick & Vacation Time Accrues at Day 1 of Employment!Additional Benefits:Phone Plan Discounts & Online Shopping DiscountsWorkplace Banking Program BenefitsFlexible Spending Accounts . . . . AND MANY MORE!!**CSC/RCC have been Voted and Certified as a “Great Place to Work” for 2025-2026!**Associate’s degree from an ACOTE (Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Association) accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.Certified by the NBCOT (National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy) as a COTA.Current Pennsylvania State Occupational Therapy Assistant License (or license applicant status).Experience in pediatrics is preferred.