Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Greenville, SC

Sunbelt Staffing; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunbelt Staffing is seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support a maternity leave across several elementary schools in Greenville, SC. The assignment runs roughly from mid-February to mid-May 2027 and offers a meaningful chance to impact students' therapy goals.

In this role, you will work under the supervision of district OT, delivering direct treatment to a caseload of 9–10 students daily in 30-minute sessions, with a full-time schedule averaging 37.5 hours

Qualifications

• Active SC COTA license required.
• Experience in school settings or pediatric populations preferred.
• Ability to travel across multiple school sites.
• Strong communication, documentation, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct OT interventions per student plans.
• Collaborate with supervising OT to update treatment strategies.
• Travel between assigned elementary schools to serve students.
• Document progress according to school policies.

Skills

School-based experience

Pediatric therapy

Effective communication

Time management

Education

Licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in SC

Job description

An immediate opportunity is available for a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide support during a maternity leave at several elementary schools in the Greenville, SC area. This contract position runs approximately from mid-February to mid-May 2027 and offers a fulfilling chance to positively impact students across multiple sites.

In this role, youll work closely under the guidance of one of the districts Occupational Therapists, delivering direct treatment to a caseload of 9 to 10 students dailytypically in 30-minute sessions at the designated elementary schools. The schedule is full-time, averaging 37.5 hours each week. Your expertise will ensure continuity of care and support students as they work toward their therapy goals.

Qualifications & Preferred Experience:

• Active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license in South Carolina required
• Background in school settings or pediatric populations strongly preferred
• Capacity to manage a dynamic schedule across several school sites
• Ability to foster positive relationships with students, staff, and collaborating therapists
• Excellent communication, documentation, and time-management skills

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct occupational therapy interventions according to students educational and therapy plans
• Collaborate daily with supervising OT to coordinate and update treatment strategies
• Travel between assigned school locations to serve students as scheduled
• Document and report on session progress adhering to school policy and procedural guidelines

This assignment offers the rewarding opportunity to work within supportive school communities and make a genuine difference in students school experiences. Youll join a network of therapy professionals who are committed to enhancing student success and well-being.