Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Mount Carmel Senior Living Community; Mount Carmel Township (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Mount Carmel Senior Living Community in Mount Carmel, PA is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) PRN to provide occupational therapy services under supervision, delivering treatment plans and promoting residents’ independence. Responsibilities include screenings, implementing programs, documenting progress, and maintaining a safe, resident-centered environment.

Requires Associate’s degree and PA COTA license; must be 18+ with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current Pennsylvania COTA license in good standing.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-focused care.
• Dedication to continuing education and maintaining licensure and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy treatments in accordance with established plans of care and facility policies.
• Assist the Occupational Therapist in implementing individualized treatment programs to improve residents' functional abilities and quality of life.
• Perform resident screenings to identify potential therapy needs in line with state regulations.
• Deliver interventions that promote independence with activities of daily living, mobility, strength, and overall functional performance.
• Document resident progress accurately and communicate treatment outcomes with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Maintain a safe, positive, and resident-centered therapy environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Compassionate care

Education

Associate's Degree in OTA

PA COTA license

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - PRN

Mount Carmel Senior Living Community | Mount Carmel, PA
Schedule: PRN | 4-6 Hours Per Week | Monday-Friday
Coverage: Mid-October through Mid-January - Maternity Leave Coverage

What You'll Do

• Provide occupational therapy treatments in accordance with established plans of care, facility policies, and therapy department standards

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in implementing individualized treatment programs designed to improve residents' functional abilities and quality of life

• Perform resident screenings, as appropriate, to identify potential therapy needs in accordance with state regulations and facility guidelines

• Deliver therapeutic interventions that promote independence with activities of daily living, mobility, strength, and overall functional performance

• Accurately document resident progress and communicate treatment outcomes with the interdisciplinary care team

• Maintain a safe, positive, and resident-centered therapy environment

What You'll Bring

• Associate's Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

• Current Pennsylvania Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in good standing

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

• Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-focused care

• Dedication to continuing education and maintaining all required licensure and certifications

Why Join Mount Carmel Senior Living Community?

• Consistent PRN hours of approximately 4-6 hours per week

• Monday-Friday schedule

• Temporary maternity leave coverage from mid-October through mid-January

• Flexible schedule

• Supportive therapy team and leadership

• Positive, resident-centered environment

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact while maintaining work-life flexibility