Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - Pediatrics

Pivot Home Health; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 74,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

PTO with no annual cap

CEU benefits & OTAC membership

Paid holidays

Job summary

Pivot Home Health is hiring Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) across Colorado to provide therapy in home-based and community settings. You’ll work under the direction of an Occupational Therapist to support children in achieving developmental milestones, independence in daily routines, and meaningful participation in play and school readiness.

We offer flexible full- or part-time schedules (FT is 20 visits/week), a caseload from day one, iPad for documentation, and

Qualifications

• Active Colorado COTA license is required.
• CPR certification required.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
• New graduates and relocating clinicians encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric therapy in home-based and community settings under OT direction.
• Address fine motor, sensory regulation, play, self-care and school readiness.
• Help children reach developmental milestones and promote independence for families.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Collaboration

Education

Colorado COTA license

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) | Pediatric Home Health

Region:Lakewood, Wheat Ridge & Arvada
Employment Type: full-time or part-time (FT is 20 visits/week)
Caseload: full caseload of babies and pediatric patients available on day 1
Compensation: $54-$62 per visit

Join Pivot, Where Clinicians Come First

At Pivot Home Health, we believe that when clinicians are supported, patients thrive. Our clinician-first approach removes unnecessary barriers, allowing you to focus on what truly matters, helping children grow, play, and build independence in their everyday lives.

We’re hiring Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) across Colorado to provide therapy in home-based and community settings. Join a compassionate, growing team that values autonomy, flexibility, and purpose-driven care.

Why Join Pivot?

Flexibility & Autonomy

• Choose your own caseload with no minimum visit requirement
• Set your schedule to fit your lifestyle and financial goals
• Provide therapy in homes for natural, meaningful progress
• iPad provided for seamless electronic documentation

Support You Can Count On

• Clinical Therapy leadership that backs your clinical decisions
• 24/7 on-call support for guidance and emergencies
• Ongoing mentorship, training, and professional development

Top-Tier Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions
• Short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and accident coverage
• Professional liability insurance included
• PTO with no annual cap, earned from day one, and increasing with tenure
• Paid sick leave and holiday incentive pay
• CEU benefits, including paid annual OTAC membership and conference fees

Your Impact as a Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

As a home health pediatric COTA, you’ll work under the direction of an Occupational Therapist to help children reach important developmental milestones and achieve independence in daily routines. You’ll implement treatment plans that focus on fine motor skills, sensory regulation, play, self-care, and school readiness. By engaging children in meaningful, play-based activities, you’ll help them build confidence and functional skills while supporting families with practical strategies they can use every day.

Requirements

• Active Colorado Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license
• (New graduates and relocating clinicians encouraged to apply)
• Current CPR certification
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills
• Passion for helping children reach their full potential through home-based care