Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Care Options for Kids; Spring Hill (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Life/LTD/STD

Supplemental insurances

401k

PTO

CEUs

Referral program

Professional development assistance

Mentor program

Online clinician community

Job summary

Care Options for Kids is seeking a School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support students with individualized therapy plans in the school setting. You will work closely with OTs and staff to help students participate in daily activities and develop their physical, cognitive, and emotional skills.

Requirements include an Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy, NBCOT certification, and state licensure.

Qualifications

• Pediatric focus and/or School-Based experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize time and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of data and information.
• Knowledge of therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.
• Excellent communication – verbal and written, and interpersonal skills.
• Responsive to requests.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto liability insurance.

Skills

Pediatric focus

School-based experience

Education

Associate's degree in OT

NBCOT Certification

State OT license (KS)

Job description

School-Based Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

• $29-$34/hour dependent on experience

Position Summary

As a school-based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), you will work closely with Occupational Therapists and school staff to implement individualized therapy plans for students. You will assist in providing therapeutic interventions that enhance students' physical, cognitive, and emotional development, focusing on improving their ability to participate in daily school activities.

Benefits/Compensation

• Medical, Dental & Vision - Cigna
• Life, LTD & STD
• Supplemental Insurances
• 401k (once eligible)
• PTO
• CEUs
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance
• Discipline-specific mentor
• Online community of clinicians

Education/License/Certification

• Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy
• NBCOT Certification for Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Licensed to practice Occupational Therapy in the state of KS(required upon start date)

Experience/Requirements

• Pediatric focus and/or School-Based experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize time and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of data and information.
• Knowledge of therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.
• Excellent communication – verbal and written, and interpersonal skills.
• Responsive to requests.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto liability insurance.

Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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