Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Fillmore, CA

ProCare Therapy; Fillmore (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidentals

Job summary

ProCare Therapy in Fillmore, CA seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a contracted school-based position. You will collaborate with educators to deliver OT services, support student participation, and guide progress toward IEP goals within classroom settings.

The role focuses on developing motor skills and self-care abilities while maintaining thorough documentation and professional teamwork with families and staff.

Qualifications

• Active COTA licensure and certification.
• Experience providing OT services in a school setting or desire to work with children in educational settings.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with teachers, families, and professionals.
• Organizational skills for caseloads, documentation, and scheduling.
• Ability to adapt therapy plans to diverse student needs and IEP goals.
• Reliability and professional integrity in fulfilling contractual commitments.

Responsibilities

• Implement OT interventions as directed by supervising OT.
• Collaborate with educators and support staff to promote student participation and success.
• Conduct treatment sessions, monitor progress, and provide feedback for IEP meetings.
• Support students in developing motor skills, self-care, and classroom engagement.
• Maintain accurate records and follow school procedures for documentation.
• Foster positive relationships with students and their families.

Skills

COTA licensure

School OT experience

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Therapy plan adaptation

Reliability

Job description

Step into a rewarding opportunity where your expertise as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) can make a difference in students lives. This contracted position empowers you to collaborate with educational teams near Fillmore, CA, bringing therapeutic support directly into school settings and helping learners thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

• Active COTA licensure and certification
• Experience providing OT services within a school environment, or a strong desire to work with children and adolescents in educational settings
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively partner with teachers, families, and other professionals
• Organizational skills for managing caseloads, documentation, and scheduling
• Ability to adapt therapy plans to meet diverse student needs and IEP goals
• Reliability and professional integrity in fulfilling contractual commitments

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement occupational therapy interventions as directed by supervising OT
• Collaborate with educators and support staff to promote student participation and success
• Conduct treatment sessions, monitor progress, and provide feedback for IEP meetings
• Support students in developing motor skills, self-care abilities, and classroom engagement
• Maintain accurate records and follow school-based procedures for documentation
• Foster positive, supportive relationships with students and their families

What Youll Enjoy:Youll gain valuable experience working in vibrant school communities, helping students reach their fullest potential. The contract arrangement offers a unique chance to build your skills while enjoying flexibility in your professional journey.

Compensation for this position ranges from $23.67 to $45.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.