Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Tier1usa; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Soar Autism Center in Westminster, CO seeks a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to deliver pediatric OT for children 2–6, under supervising OTs. The role centers on an ESDM-informed early intervention model within a multidisciplinary team, focusing on neurodiversity-affirming care.

The successful candidate will contribute to a collaborative environment and work closely with families to apply therapy gains at home and in daily routines.

Qualifications

• Graduation from ACOTE-accredited OTA program.
• Current state licensure or certification as a COTA.
• Interest or experience in pediatric OT and neurodiversity-affirming care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct pediatric occupational therapy to children aged 2–6 under supervision.
• Help children build fine and gross motor, sensory, feeding, and daily living skills.
• Integrate therapy goals into ESDM-informed early intervention approach.
• Collaborate with RBTs, SLPs, and clinicians to reinforce targets.
• Partner with families to share progress and provide practical strategies.

Skills

ACOTE program

COTA licensure

Pediatric OT

Interdisciplinary care

Education

ACOTE-accredited OTA program

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Westminster Soar Autism Center

Compensation $70,000.00 - $75,000.00/year

Schedule Full time

Job Type Permanent

Industry Health medical and related

Highlights

• Graduation from an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy assistant program
• Current state licensure or certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• Strong interest or experience in pediatric occupational therapy and neurodiversity-affirming care preferred

Description

Come grow with us as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at Soar Autism Center! Soar provides interdisciplinary early intervention services for young children ages 2-6 with autism. Our care model incorporates the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), a naturalistic, developmental approach. In this role, you will deliver high-quality pediatric occupational therapy under the supervision of a licensed OT, working alongside speech therapists, BCBAs, and psychologists to support the whole child.

Job Type: Full-time, On-site

Schedule: Choose between available 4x10 or 5x8 schedules, depending on location and center maturity

Pay

Base Pay:$70,000.00 - $75,000.00/year per year

Bonus: Annual performance bonus potential up to $3,800, with additional compensation opportunities for achieving clinical certifications

What You'll Do

Deliver direct pediatric occupational therapy interventions to children ages 2-6 based on plans of care developed by supervising OTs.

Help children build fine and gross motor, sensory processing, feeding, and daily living skills in a center-based setting.

Integrate therapy goals into Soar's ESDM-informed approach within an early intervention environment.

Collaborate closely with RBTs, SLPs, and other clinicians so occupational therapy targets are reinforced throughout each child’s day.

Partner with families to share progress and provide practical strategies they can use outside of therapy.

Support children with autism through naturalistic, engaging, and individualized treatment.

Qualifications

Graduation from an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy assistant program.

Current state licensure or certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).

Strong interest or experience in pediatric occupational therapy and neurodiversity-affirming care preferred.

Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and relationship-building skills, with a strong interest in interdisciplinary pediatric care.

Soar Autism Center is committed to diversity and inclusion at all levels. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.