Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Senior Community Care of Colorado; Cedaredge (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

403(b)

PTO & Personal Days

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness incentives

Get paid early

Referral bonuses

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE in Eckert, CO is seeking a dedicated COTA to provide quality therapeutic services to participants in a long-term care setting.

You will collaborate with the OTR, communicate progress, and support patient care planning while maintaining accurate records and assisting with DME management. Colorado registration eligibility is required or already registered.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum accredited by relevant bodies.
• Registered COTA in Colorado or eligible for Colorado registration.
• Minimum one year of OTA experience in a long-term care setting preferred.
• Minimum one year of experience with frail or elderly population.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality ongoing therapy to participants under OTR supervision.
• Communicate progress with participants, staff, and OTR.
• Assist in planning, scheduling, and coordinating OT services.
• Maintain department records per facility policy.
• Assist with ordering, inventory, and maintenance of DME.

Skills

COTA registration

Colorado registration eligibility

Long-term care experience

Elderly population experience

Education

OTA curriculum graduate

Pre-occupational therapy training

Job description

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.

Join Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE as a COTA in Eckert, CO. This is more than a job! It's a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you.

Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years

Hourly Range: $25 - $31 per hour

Schedule:Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
• A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
• A beautiful, welcoming campus you'll enjoy coming to each day
• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) with discretionary contribution
• Paid Time Off + Personal Days
• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities

What You Bring (Requirements)

• Graduate from an Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum accredited jointly by the Council on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
• Is a registered COTA in Colorado or is eligible for registration in the state of Colorado.
• A minimum of one-year experience as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in a long-term care facility preferred.
• A minimum of one year's experience working with a frail or elderly population required.

What You'll Be Responsible For

The COTA will provide quality ongoing therapy to all participants of the Senior CommUnity Care program. Communicate on an ongoing basis with OTR, participants and staff, the progress of such designed programs. The COTA assists the Occupational Therapist with participant related activities and direct participant care. The Assistant keeps department records as per facility policy. Assists in ordering, inventory, distribution and maintenance of durable medical equipment (DME) for participants as needed.

• Optimize function and safety among participants to ensure establishment of strong rehab care practice within the Senior CommUnity Care program.
• Assist with planning, scheduling, mailing, transporting, filing of documents and coordinating of Occupational Therapy services offered by the department.
• Provides Occupational Therapy to the participants under the direction of the OTR.
• Assists with the participant care planning process as delegated by the Registered Occupational Therapist.
• Performs other duties as required or requested.

About Us

Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE (Eckert) provides healthcare and supportive services for individuals age 55 and older, helping them live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes and communities. As a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) provider and the first of its kind in Western Colorado, our interdisciplinary teams deliver personalized, comprehensive care tailored to each participant’s needs. Nestled at the base of Grand Mesa in beautiful Delta County, our location provides a peaceful, small-town setting surrounded by orchards, scenic byways, and easy access to outdoor recreation, local farms, and the charm of nearby communities.

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

Education

• Technical/other training or better in Pre-Occupational Therapy or related field

Licenses & Certifications

• Driver's License

• Occupational Therapist

Equal Opportunity Employer

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