Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Part Time

The Monarch School and Institute; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Monarch School and Institute is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support therapy services under a licensed occupational therapist. The role focuses on activities of daily living, sensory integration, and play skills for students with neurological differences.

Responsibilities include documentation, program development support, and training interns. The position reports to the Coordinator of Therapy Services Team and involves direct student care on campus.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapy assistant program or OT program.
• Current Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners (TBOTE) license as an OTA.
• NBCOT certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine occupational therapy treatments under supervision of a licensed OT.
• Documents findings, progress and instruction to clients and caregivers.
• Assists with program development and with departmental operations.
• Provides training and guidance to students and interns.
• Reports to the Coordinator of Therapy Services Team.
• Assists with OT services delivery and monitors client progress.

Education

Accredited OT assistant program

Texas TBOTE license (OT Assistant)

NBCOT certification (preferred)

Job description

Description

Monarch School and Institute is dedicated to providing an innovative, therapeutic education for individuals with neurological differences such as autism spectrum disorder, attention deficit (hyperactivity) disorder, learning disabilities, Tourette syndrome, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, traumatic brain injury and seizure disorders. We offer a learner‑centered approach that helps students progress in Four Core Goal areas.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine occupational therapy treatments according to client treatment plans under the direction of a licensed occupational therapist, especially activities of daily living, play skills, and sensory integration.
• Documents findings, progress and instruction to clients and caregivers.
• Assists with program development.
• Provides training and guidance to students and interns.
• Assists occupational therapist with department operations.
• Reports to the Coordinator of Therapy Services Team.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited occupational therapist assistant or an occupational therapist program.
• Current Occupational Therapy Assistant license by the Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners (TBOTE). Preferred certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience preferred.

Expectations

• Demonstrates commitment to The Monarch School mission and values.
• Assumes responsibility in the care of the client.
• Implements an occupational therapy treatment program as described by an occupational therapist’s written plan of care.
• Provides occupational therapy services under the supervision of the OT and modifies treatments only as allowed by the plan of care.
• May screen clients for possible OT services under the direction of an OT.
• Monitors client’s condition and progress towards treatment goals.
• Provides education to staff and family about the client’s treatment plan.
• Works with other members of the therapy services team and school faculty to develop programs consistent with the needs of the population we serve.

Skills

• Experience with sensory integration based therapy, particularly with children with neurological differences.
• Demonstrates leadership and strong communication skills.
• Previous experience working with children and young adults.

Working Conditions

The position requires occasional to frequent lifting up to 25‑50 pounds; prolonged standing, frequent walking, stooping and squatting. Fine hand dexterity, eye‑hand coordination, the ability to receive oral and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in writing are also necessary. The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics are essential to this position.