Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Clinic

6 Degrees Search; Greensboro (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

6 Degrees Search in Greensboro, AL seeks a Pediatric Clinic-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our outpatient therapy team under the supervision of a Licensed OT (OTR). You will help infants, toddlers, and school-aged children build fine motor, sensory processing, visual-motor, and self-help skills to thrive at home, school, and daily routines.

The role emphasizes hands-on therapy, family coaching, and collaboration with speech and physical therapists to support goal

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program.
• Active Alabama COTA license or eligibility.
• Current NBCOT certification and Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct therapy delivery in a clinic setting to support pediatric goals and functional independence.
• Clinic-based and play-focused skill building using sensory tools and equipment.
• Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary team to implement home exercise programs and strategies.
• Document progress, assist with re-evaluations, and update treatment plans as needed.
• Maintain and set up clinical equipment and adapt environments to each child's needs.
• Engage families to explain activities and provide home strategies for progress.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patience

Play-based problem solving

Pediatric development milestones

Sensory integration techniques

Education

OTA program graduate

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic Pediatric Clinic-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our outpatient pediatric therapy team in Greensboro, AL. Working under the supervision of a Licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR), you will help infants, toddlers, and school-aged children build the fine motor, sensory processing, visual-motor, and self-help skills necessary to thrive in their daily routines, school environments, and home lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct Therapy Delivery: Implement targeted pediatric occupational therapy interventions in a clinic setting to support children's individualized plan-of-care goals, motor development, and functional independence.

• Clinic-Based & Play-Focused Skill Building: Utilize specialized clinical space and sensory gyms to focus on functional skill-building, including fine motor grasp, tool use (writing utensils, scissors, utensils), sensory integration, self-feeding, dressing, and gross motor coordination.

• Caregiver & Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with families, caregivers, and multidisciplinary clinic team members (speech therapists, physical therapists) to provide home exercise programs, sensory strategies, and adaptive recommendations for the home and school environments.

• Progress Tracking & Documentation: Document clinical progress toward specific functional milestones, complete timely session notes, and assist the supervising OTR with periodic re-evaluations and treatment plan updates.

• Clinical Equipment & Therapeutic Setup: Utilize and maintain clinic therapy equipment (swings, sensory tools, adaptive seating, fine motor manipulation stations) tailored to each child's individual treatment needs.

• Family Engagement & Education: Maintain warm, supportive communication with parents and caregivers to explain therapeutic activities, provide home strategy ideas, and ensure family-centered progress.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program.

• Licensure: Active (or eligibility for) COTA license from the Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy.

• Certifications: Current NBCOT certification and Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification.

• Experience: Prior experience working in a pediatric clinic, outpatient therapy setting, or early intervention environment preferred.

• Skills: Strong interpersonal communication, patience, creative play-based problem-solving, and a deep understanding of pediatric developmental milestones and sensory integration techniques.