Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant: COTA

Job Haines Home For Aged People; Bloomfield (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Haines Home For Aged People in Bloomfield, NJ is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide skilled OT services under the supervision of an OTR. The role supports residents' independence, mobility, and quality of life within a compassionate long-term care setting.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, documenting progress, coordinating with the care team, and assisting with patient transport and exercise programs.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Certification as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA).
• Graduation from an approved Occupational Therapist Assistant program.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Compliance with health laws and vaccination requirements, including COVID-19.
• Ability to lift/move residents and work in a long-term care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient treatment per the OTR's plan.
• Maintain and document progress notes and treatment records.
• Communicate with physicians, families, and rehab team about patient status.
• Assist with scheduling and coordinating patient appointments.
• Participate in patient care conferences and rehab team meetings.
• Assist with patient transport, treatment prep, and group exercises.

Skills

English Proficiency

Patient Care

Team Communication

Education

COTA Certification

OT Assistant Program

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant: COTA

EOE Statement JOB HAINES HOME IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex or gender (including pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other legally-protected status. We shall make reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a known disability or pregnancy-related condition, or those with sincerely-held religious beliefs, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship or would pose a direct threat of danger to the individual or others.

About the Organization Job Haines Home

Facility Mission and Philosophy

The Job Haines Home is a non-profit, non-sectarian home for the purpose of providing care for elderly people while maintaining their sense of dignity and security. To provide 'relief of poor and aged persons of both sexes, who by sickness, casualty or other causes be rendered incapable of attending their usual occupation or calling.'* Quoted from the 1897 Certificate of Corporation

The philosophy of the Job Haines Home is to deliver services in such a way so as to provide a high quality of life for its residents by fostering the residents' right to exercise their independence, individual personal expression and choice. The management of the Home recognizes that individuals have special needs and strives to meet those needs while assuring that their dignity and respect are maintained at all times.

Category Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant: COTA

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant : COTA

General:

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistance (C.O.T.A) provides occupational therapy services to patients, under the direct supervision of the Registered Occupational Therapist (O.T.R.) He/she carries out the treatment plan developed by the Occupational Therapist, assists the Occupational Therapist in patient treatments and carries out departmental duties as assigned. The Occupational Therapy Assistance shall be supervised by the O.T.R., according to Federal and state guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an approved program for Occupational Therapist Assistance training
• Valid, current Occupational Therapy Assistant certification in the state(s) where services are rendered.

Physical, Mental, and Sensory Requirements:

Must possess the ability to effectively communicate with therapy staff, patients and others as needed, as well as the ability to effectively respond to the environment within the long term care setting. Ability to lift/walk patients, provide active therapy and stand or sit for long periods of time, all day, if necessary. Ability to read, speak, and understand English. Must be able to safely assist a patient in transfers, bed mobility, ADL's, and ambulation.

Essential Job Functions:

The following are essential job duties that must e safely with or without reasonable accommodations without posting a direct threat to other employees, patients/residents or self.

The C.O.T.A. shall not evaluate patients or initiate any changes in a patient's program unless specifically directed to do so after consultation with the O.T.R.

The C.O.T.A shall:

• Provide patient treatment as specified by the O.T.R. in the treatment plan.
• Assist the O.T.R in the provisions of direct patient treatments.
• Maintain records pertinent to patient treatment, including daily progress/status reports.
• Communicate with physicians, families, and rehab team staff members regarding patient status reports as appropriate.
• Assist the O.T.R in the scheduling of patients.
• Participate in patient care conference, rehabilitation team conferences and represent the Occupational Therapy Department at facility meetings as assigned by the O.T.R.
• May assist the Physical Therapy Aide with the transport of patients to and from therapy. Assist with the preparation of patients for treatment i.e. applying splints or slings
• May be involved in the Restorative Programs assigned by the O.T.R.
• At the direction of the O.T.R, may lead a therapeutic exercise group for patients
• May assist the physical therapy Aide with housekeeping duties as assigned
• Perform clerical duties as assigned
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the O.T.R.

Requirements:

• Current Certification as a Certified Occupational Therapist
• Previous Experience in a long-Term Care facility Preferred
• Ability to speak read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Compliance with applicable health laws and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position
• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthesis that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.
• Must be able to lift and move residents, equipment, supplies, etc. in excess of fifty (50) pounds

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time Per Diem

Hiring Manager(s) Lisa A Alicea

Location Job Haines Home For Aged People

Open Date 9/8/2026

Position Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant: COTA

Req Number CER-26-00002

Shift Days

Position Requirements

Created By Lisa A Alicea

This position is currently accepting applications.