Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - FT

Tender Touch Rehab Services LLC; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Online CEU credits

Promotion opportunities

Mentor program and professional growth

Immigration support for H1B

Job summary

Tender Touch Rehab Services in Montclair, NJ is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a full-time role. The position offers competitive hourly pay and a supportive team environment within a skilled nursing/long-term care setting.

You will provide occupational therapy treatments under supervision, assist with care plans, and collaborate with staff to achieve functional goals while maintaining regulatory documentation and compliant processes.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from an AOTA-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• NBCOT COTA certification if required by state.
• Current license as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practice.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy treatments under supervision of an OT.
• Implement personalized care plans focused on functional goals.
• Collaborate with team to ensure quality outcomes.
• Maintain documentation meeting regulatory requirements.
• Ensure physician orders are current.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree from an AOTA-accredited OTA program

NBCOT COTA certification (where required)

Current COTA license in state of practice

Job description

Description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - FT Tender Touch Rehab Services

Address 111-115 Gates Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042, US

Compensation $32.00 - $40.00/hour

Schedule Full time

Must be a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to apply

Employment Type:Full-Time

Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility | Long-Term Care

Join a leading therapy organization with 30+ years of excellence in care and team development.

Why You'll Love Working with Us:

Tender Touch Rehab Services,part of theEnhance Therapiesfamily of companies, is hiring aCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant - FTto join our growing and passionate team. We support our clinicians with competitive pay, a collaborative work environment, and industry-leading clinical educationso you can focus on what matters most:making a difference in people’s lives.Just as you're committed to delivering high-quality care, we're committed to supporting your professional growth and long-term success.

What We Offer:

• Supportive company culture rooted in mentorship and collaboration
• Unparalleled schedule flexibility to fit your lifestyle
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) with company match to invest in your future
• Online CEU credits to support your clinical growth
• Opportunities for promotion, advancement, and internal transfers
• Dynamic partnerships with leading facilities for career stability
• Student mentor program and ongoing professional development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for life’s unexpected moments
• Immigration support for H1B candidates, including transfers and new filings
• Additional benefits and perks are available - reach out today to learn more!

What You'll Do:

• Provide occupational therapy treatments under the supervision of an OT
• Assist in implementing personalized care plans focused on functional goals
• Collaborate with team members to ensure quality outcomes
• Maintain documentation to meetall regulatory requirements
• Ensure all required physician orders are obtained and up to date

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree from an AOTA-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Certified by the NBCOT as a COTA, if required by the state
• Current license as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practice
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Enhance Therapies is a family of therapy companies with more than 30 years of industry-leading experience in delivering high-quality rehabilitation services. With over 8,000 therapists in 30+ states, we proudly serve patients in skilled nursing, home health, seniorliving, outpatient, and hospital settings.

Our mission is to empower clinicians and elevate care through innovative programs, unmatched clinical support, and a strong culture of collaboration. Each of our local brands, includingTender Touch Rehab Services, is supported by the strength and stability of Enhance Therapies while maintaining its unique community-focused identity.

Related: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant | COTA | AOTA