Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

TheraCare Staten Island; New York (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Competitive rates

Paperless documentation

Professional development

Clinical mentorship

Referral bonuses

Job summary

TheraCare Staten Island is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to deliver Early Intervention services for infants and toddlers in their natural environments on Staten Island. You will focus on fine motor skills, sensory processing, and adaptive behaviors, collaborating with families and the interdisciplinary team to support developmental progress.

You will develop individualized treatment plans, adhere to IFSP goals, and participate in team meetings, while traveling to

Qualifications

• Current NYS license and registration as COTA.
• Degree from an accredited COTA program.
• Experience in early childhood or pediatric therapy strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Early Intervention standards and family-centered care principles.
• Strong communication, time management, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Reliable transportation to travel throughout the assigned borough.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy services for children ages 0–3.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with IFSP goals.
• Work collaboratively with families and interdisciplinary team members.
• Coach and educate caregivers to support therapy carryover at home.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with NYC Early Intervention documentation standards.
• Participate in IFSP meetings and case reviews as needed.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Clinical decision making

Education

NYS license and registration as COTA

Degree from accredited COTA program

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Early Intervention

Location: Staten Island, NY

Company: TheraCare

Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, Hourly, & Fee-for-Service

Pay: $48.00-52.00 per 30 min (FFS)

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About TheraCare

TheraCare has been a trusted provider of Early Intervention services across New York City for over 30 years. Our mission is to support children (birth to 3 years old) with developmental delays by providing high-quality therapeutic services in home and community-based settings. We are currently seeking COTAs who are passionate about helping young children thrive.

Position Overview

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in the Early Intervention program, you will provide services to infants and toddlers with developmental delays. You will work directly in the child’s natural environment to improve fine motor skills, sensory processing, and adaptive behavior, while collaborating with families and interdisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct occupational therapy services for children ages 0–3
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with IFSP goals
• Work collaboratively with families and interdisciplinary team members
• Coach and educate caregivers to support therapy carryover at home
• Maintain accurate records and comply with NYC Early Intervention documentation standards
• Participate in IFSP meetings and case reviews as needed

What We Offer:

• Flexible scheduling options and geographic caseload clustering
• Competitive rates for service sessions and evaluations
• Mobile‑friendly paperless documentation system
• Professional development and CEU opportunities
• Clinical support and mentorship available
• Referral and retention bonus programs

Qualifications:

• Current NYS license and registration as COTA
• Degree from an accredited COTA program
• Experience in early childhood or pediatric therapy strongly preferred
• Knowledge of Early Intervention standards and family‑centered care principles
• Strong communication, time management, and clinical decision‑making skills
• Reliable transportation to travel throughout the assigned borough

Physical Requirements:

• Hand dexterity ability (ability to operate mobile device, smart phone, computer)
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time
• Ability to travel to various locations on a near daily basis
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time

*Rates are determined based on a combination of factors such as experience level, assignment location, service setting, and applicable program guidelines.