Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Alameda Center; Perth Amboy (NJ); Hybrid; USD 110,208,000 - 118,474,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Overtime

Same Day Pay

Referral Bonus

Employee Appreciation

Job summary

Alameda Center is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team. The role involves implementing OT programs, delivering treatments to residents under supervision, and collaborating with the rehab staff to promote independence and functioning.

The COTA will participate in a supportive, team-focused environment with flexible scheduling, per diem options, and benefits that include medical/dental/vision coverage and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OTA program; eligible for certification.
• Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state.

Responsibilities

• Implements resident’s individualized treatment plan under supervision.
• Provides OT treatments including ADLs and ROM exercises.
• Performs ADL evaluations under OT direction.
• Organizes and facilitates treatment groups with OT oversight.
• Instructs residents, families and caregivers in OT techniques.
• Works with rehab team to tailor programs to needs.

Skills

Good organizational skills & time mgmt

Good verbal & written communication

Education

Graduate OTA program accreditation

Licensed and/or eligible for state licensure

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

RATE: $40 PER HOUR

Per Diem Rate: $43 Per Hour

Schedule:

Full Time, Part Time, and Per Diem Flexible

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!!

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) RESPONSIBLITIES/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/or eligible for certification by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.
2. Licensed and/or eligible for licensure, as required by the state.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) JOB SKILLS:

1. Good organizational and time management skills.
2. Good verbal and written communication skills.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) PERFORMS RELATED DUTIES:

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