Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Care Options for Kids; Spring Hill (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life, LTD & STD

Supplemental Insurances

401k (once eligible)

PTO

CEUs

Referral program

Online community of clinicians

Job summary

Care Options for Kids in Spring Hill, KS is seeking a School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to work with students under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. You will implement individualized therapy plans to help students participate more fully in daily school activities.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy, NBCOT certification, and KS state licensure.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school.
• NBCOT Certification for Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Licensed to practice Occupational Therapy in KS

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized therapy plans for students.
• Assist in providing therapeutic interventions to enhance students' physical, cognitive, and emotional development, focusing on participation in daily school activities.

Education

Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy

NBCOT Certification for Occupational Therapy Assistant

Licensed to practice Occupational Therapy in KS

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

• Spring Hill, KS

School-Based Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA):

Position Summary: As a school-basedCertified 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.

• Life, LTD & STD
• Supplemental Insurances
• 401k (once eligible)
• PTO
• CEUs
• Referral program
• 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. #RDSBSKS