Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Arvada

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Job summary

Soar Autism Center in Arvada, CO is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team. You will provide high-quality pediatric OT under the supervision of a licensed OT, delivering services to children ages 2–6 within our early intervention model.

We employ the ESDM approach and neurodiversity-affirming care, with 4x10 or 5x8 schedules. This on-site, full-time role offers a strong compensation package and opportunities for clinical certification and bonuses.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct pediatric OT interventions for children ages 2–6 under supervision.
• Support development of fine/gross motor, sensory processing, feeding, and daily living skills.
• Integrate goals into ESDM-informed early intervention framework.
• Collaborate with RBTs, SLPs, and psychologists to reinforce therapy targets.
• Engage families with progress updates and practical strategies.

Skills

Pediatric OT

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical communication

Education

ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy assistant program

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Arvada 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.