Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Connect ABA + Therapy; Nutley (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay: $60-65

Job summary

Connect ABA + Therapy in Nutley, NJ invites a Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support licensed therapists in delivering evidence-based pediatric care. You will help children reach therapy goals in a facility-based setting.

You will work closely with families and educational teams, provide hands-on interventions, and document progress to ensure successful carryover of skills at home and in school.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current NBCOT-COTA certification.
• State licensure or eligibility to practice as a COTA.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on therapeutic interventions to enhance fine motor skills, visual-motor integration, sensory processing, and self-regulation.
• Engage children in therapeutic play to promote social interaction, communication, and cognitive development.
• Utilize specialized equipment and assistive devices to support independence in daily activities, school tasks, and recreation.
• Collaborate with families and educational teams to integrate goals into daily routines and ensure skill carryover.
• Maintain accurate documentation of sessions, progress notes, and outcomes in line with standards.
• Communicate progress updates to parents, caregivers and the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Pediatric therapy skills

Documentation & progress notes

Family & team collaboration

Interpersonal communication

Education

Associate's degree in OT

NBCOT Certification

State licensure eligibility

Tools

Specialized equipment

Assistive devices

Job description

Company Overview:

Join our team dedicated to providing exceptional pediatric therapy services and supporting children in reaching their full potential. As a Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) within our facility-based setting, you will play a pivotal role in assisting licensed therapists in implementing individualized treatment plans and helping children achieve their therapy goals.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our dynamic therapy team. The successful candidate will have a passion for working with children and families, assisting in the delivery of evidence-based occupational therapy services to promote children's participation in meaningful activities and enhance their overall development and independence. The Pediatric COTA will collaborate closely with occupational therapists and other healthcare professionals to create a supportive and nurturing environment for pediatric patients.

Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on therapeutic interventions and activities to enhance children's fine motor skills, visual-motor integration, sensory processing, and self-regulation.
• Engage children in therapeutic play activities and games to promote social interaction, communication, and cognitive development.
• Utilize specialized equipment and assistive devices to facilitate children's independence and participation in daily activities, school tasks, and recreational pursuits.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and educational teams to integrate therapy goals into children's daily routines and support carryover of skills at home and in community settings.
• Maintain accurate documentation of therapy sessions, progress notes, and treatment outcomes in compliance with regulatory and professional standards.
• Communicate effectively with parents, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to provide updates on children's progress and coordinate care.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) issued by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• State licensure or eligibility for licensure as a COTA in the state of practice.

Benefits:

• $60-65/Hr

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.