Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Alameda Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Overtime Available

Weekly Employee Appreciation Event

Monthly Gift Giveaways

Attendance Program

Job summary

Alameda Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare is seeking a motivated Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to implement therapy programs and provide treatments to residents under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist.

You will participate in ADL training, ROM exercises, and group activities while collaborating with the rehab team to tailor plans for independence and function. Excellent communication and organization are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program and certified and/or eligible for certification.
• Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; clear verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Implements residents' individualized treatment plans under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist.
• Provides OT treatments including activities of daily living and ROM exercises.
• Performs ADL evaluations under the direction of the OT.
• Organizes and facilitates treatment groups with the OT.
• Instructs residents and families in OT techniques under supervision.
• Collaborates with rehabilitation team to develop resident programs.
• Maintains timely documentation for all treated residents.
• Attends care and staffing meetings representing occupational therapy.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

OT Aide/Assistant program graduate

Licensure eligible/licensed (state)

Job description

Schedule

Full Time, Part Time, and Per Diem Flexible

Rate

$35- $38 PER HOUR

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Overtime Available
• Full Time
• Same Day Pay!!
• Refer a friend Bonus!!
• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event- “Thankful Thursday”
• Monthly Gift Giveaways!!
• Exciting Attendance Program!!

About us

Alameda Center is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-focused environment. We believe great care starts with great people, which is why we invest in our employees through accessible leadership, recognition programs, and the resources they need to succeed.

If you're looking for a workplace where you'll be valued, supported, and able to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Position Summary

The Occupational Therapy Assistant implements occupational therapy programs and provides occupational therapy treatments to residents to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Responsibilities/Accountabilities

1. Implements resident’s individualized treatment plan as defined by the primary Occupational Therapist;
2. Provides individualized occupational therapy treatments including activities of daily living and range of motion exercises;
3. Performs activities of daily living evaluations under the direction of the Occupational Therapist;
4. Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the Occupational Therapist;
5. Instructs residents, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist;
6. Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each resident;
7. Maintains appropriate and timely resident and non-resident documentation for all residents treated;
8. Attends and contributes to resident care, staffing and other required meetings as a representative of occupational therapy, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist;
9. Cleans, maintains, identifies and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary;
10. Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Specific Educational/Vocational Requirements

1. Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program certified by the American Occupational Therapy Association. He/she must be certified and/ou­r eligible for certification by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.
2. Licensed and/ou­r eligible for licensure, as required by the state.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Job Skills

• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Performs Related Duties

• Interacts with residents, families, visitors and employees.
• Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands‑on intervention/participation may be required