Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Rehabilitation Center of Winter Park; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO

Medical & Dental Insurance

Team-Oriented Environment

Employee Recognition

Job summary

Rehabilitation Center of Winter Park is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our care team on a full-time day shift. You will help residents regain independence and improve their quality of life through personalized therapy and hands-on support.

Responsibilities include collaborative evaluation with the OT, assisting with daily tasks, guiding therapeutic activities, and maintaining confidentiality within an interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Current Florida State COTA License – Required
• Experience in long-term care – Preferred

Responsibilities

• Collaborative Evaluation & Planning: Partner with the Occupational Therapist to assess residents and create individualized treatment plans.
• Support Daily Functioning: Assist residents in performing daily tasks that promote independence and well-being.
• Therapy Assistance: Guide and monitor residents during therapeutic activities to ensure safety and progress.
• Rehabilitation Focus: Help residents recover and regain function following illness, injury, or surgery.
• Confidentiality & Ethics: Handle all resident information with the utmost respect and confidentiality.
• Team Engagement: Work closely with our interdisciplinary care team to support optimal outcomes.

Education

Current Florida State COTA License – Required

Job description

Job Title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full-Time Day Shift
Facility: Rehabilitation Center of Winter Park
Location: Winter Park, Florida
Shift: Full-Time | Day Shift
Salary: $28–$34 per hour

Make a Real Impact Every Day

Rehabilitation Center of Winter Park is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our care team on a full-time basis. In this vital role, you’ll help residents regain independence and improve their quality of life through personalized therapy and hands-on support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborative Evaluation & Planning: Partner with the Occupational Therapist to assess residents and create individualized treatment plans.

• Support Daily Functioning: Assist residents in performing daily tasks that promote independence and well-being.

• Therapy Assistance: Guide and monitor residents during therapeutic activities to ensure safety and progress.

• Rehabilitation Focus: Help residents recover and regain function following illness, injury, or surgery.

• Confidentiality & Ethics: Handle all resident information with the utmost respect and confidentiality.

• Team Engagement: Work closely with our interdisciplinary care team to support optimal outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Current Florida State COTA License – Required

• Experience in long-term care – Preferred

Benefits:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Comprehensive Medical & Dental Insurance

• Positive, Team-Oriented Work Environment

• Company Perks & Discounts

• Employee Recognition Programs

Join a team where your work truly matters.

Background screening information:
Florida Clearinghouse