Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant – C.O.T.A.

Young World Physical Education

Wittmann (AZ)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Job-embedded professional development

Discounted childcare

Discounted tuition from university partners

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Wittmann, Arizona is looking for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide direct and consultative therapy services to students under supervision. Ideal candidates will have a State of Arizona COTA License and skills in reading and communication. Responsibilities include designing a sensory-motor program, providing direct therapy, and collaborating with educational staff. The position offers full-time employment with various benefits including professional development and discounted childcare.

Qualifications

State of Arizona Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License.
Proficiency in reading, writing, and communication.
Ability to work with other personnel such as occupational therapist(s), district administrators, teachers, principals, psychologists, classroom aides, as well as parents and students.

Responsibilities

Assist in designing a district-wide program in sensory-motor development.
Implement the sensory-motor program through collaboration with general education teachers.
Direct therapy using specifically designed therapeutic techniques.

Skills

Proficiency in reading, writing, and communication

Ability to work with a team

Education

State of Arizona Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant – C.O.T.A.

Job Details

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Employment Term: 9 Months

Supervisor: Director of Educational Services

Classification: Certified

JOB SUMMARY

To provide direct and consultative therapy services to students under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in designing a district-wide program in sensory-motor development to meet the needs of all students within the general education curriculum.
Assist in scheduling the sensory-motor program in cooperation with ESS staff and General Education staff.
Implement the sensory-motor program through implementation of evidence based practice and collaborating with the general education teachers across the school campus to provide remediation of developmental delays.
Assist in the evaluation of materials and submit purchase order request needs, as needed.
Maintain program inventory of equipment and supplies.
Participate in the development of in-service for district staff, as requested.
Read MET and IEP reports to determine present levels of functioning within the educational setting.
Communicate with supervising OT on a regular basis - updating student progress towards goals, students’ response to therapeutic interventions and any needs from staff.
Participate in Medicaid billing for services provided within the district.

Direct Therapy - Using specifically designed therapeutic techniques individually or with a small group of students, as directed by the individualized education program. Services can include classroom observations, teacher-staff parent consultation, positioning, and adjusting adaptive equipment. Direct service will include some portion of consultation with others including family members, educational staff, etc. who need to incorporate input into daily activities.
Consultative Therapy- Involving the therapist spending time on behalf of the student-related activities such as program planning IEP's, preparation of material, and adjusting adaptive equipment. Consultative therapy also helps the educational team members to work more effectively with students. It may include the reciprocal exchange of information where the primary recipients of the service are other team members. Additionally, consultative therapy may include progress notes, home programs and communications, via phone calls, related to student services, multidisciplinary team meetings and informal staffing conferences. Consultative therapy requires some direct interactive between the student and the related service provider in natural environments on an ongoing basis.

Minimum Education and/Or Experience

State of Arizona Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License.
Proficiency in reading, writing, and communication.
Ability to work with other personnel such as occupational therapist(s), district administrators, teachers, principals, psychologists, classroom aides, as well as parents and students.

Core Competencies

Accountability, Analytical Thinking, Integrity, Advocacy

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. The employee must use hands, arms and fingers to input data, handle, feel or reach; employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. such as boxes, supplies, etc. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud and can vary in temperature. The nature of this position is fast-paced and may occasionally be thought of as stressful. Through interaction with the public and other district employees, the employee may encounter different scents.

About Us

We have a great group of dedicated staff and hard-working students who work together to achieve academic success within our district. Our campuses are located in Wittmann and Surprise, Arizona, where we value and invest in our local community. Our mission is to graduate all students with the knowledge, skills, attitudes and ethics necessary to succeed in the colleges or careers of their choice. Our vision is to provide a quality education for every student, every day.

Notices

The statements in this job description describe the essential function and requirements as assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Job descriptions are subject to change. Employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and extensive fingerprint and background check. Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity gender expression, age, or national origin is prohibited. Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons. NUSD is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the district office at (623) 250-7746 at least 3 days in advance.

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