Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Pediatric Outpatient

SunnyDays Therapy Inc.; Waconia (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Unlimited PTO

Continuing Education stipend

Referral Program

Job summary

SunnyDays Therapy Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support pediatric clients across multiple locations.

You will work under OT supervision to improve motor, sensory, and daily living skills. The role offers full-time or part-time schedules with competitive hourly pay ($23-$25) based on licensure, plus health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off, and ongoing professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited OT Assistant program.
• Current MN licensure as a COTA or in the process of applying for state license.
• Experience in pediatrics or strong interest in working with children.
• Knowledge of child development, sensory integration, and play-based therapeutic approaches.
• Basic knowledge of therapy practices: fine motor, sensory processing, gross motor.
• Ability to follow OT treatment plans and implement activities.
• Strong communication skills with families and multidisciplinary team.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive approach.
• Organizational skills to manage a caseload and document sessions.

Responsibilities

• Support OT by following treatment plans to help children achieve goals in motor, sensory, and ADLs; work 1:1 under OT supervision.
• Provide 1:1 therapy services using client-specific methods and document progress.
• Assist in creating individualized treatment plans and goals.
• Partner with parents or caregivers regarding plan of care and home activities.
• Collaborate with physicians and other professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Complete documentation accurately and on time per insurance requirements.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and child-friendly therapy space.
• Adhere to ethical guidelines, scope of practice, and licensure requirements.

Skills

Pediatrics experience

Knowledge of child development

Sensory integration

Play-based therapy

Communication with families

Patience and empathy

Organization and time management

Team collaboration

Follow OT treatment plans

Education

Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

MN licensure as Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (or in process)

Job description

About SunnyDays Therapy:

The future is bright with SunnyDays Therapy! SunnyDays Therapy is a growing pediatric clinic offering Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy services. We are here to grow minds, bodies, and spirits by providing therapy services that address children holistically and in a nonjudgmental manner. We strive to continually improve our state-of-the-art treatment techniques and to create a practice model that both parents and therapists love. We value honesty and creativity, and we respect the clients, therapists, partners, and community we serve.

Why Join Our Team:

Unique work environment where each team member is valued and supported to do their best work

We promote flexibility and embrace work/life balance

We are expanding fast with many opportunities for professional growth

Our amazing company culture - team members genuinely care about each other and have fun together!

Our clients love us

Our Locations:

Chanhassen, Edina, Maple Grove, Minnetonka, Monticello, Robbinsdale, St Michael/Albertville, Robbinsdale, and Waconia. We are hiring for all locations.

Schedule:

Full-time or part-time. We will work with you to determine a schedule that meets your needs and the needs of your clients! We treat clients Monday through Friday from 8 AM - 6 PM.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Position Summary:

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will help children live life to the fullest by increasing their functional independence through play. Our Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants foster positive, engaging relationships with children and their families and are creative in their approach to care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Occupational Therapists (OTs) by following treatment plans to help children achieve therapeutic goals in areas such as motor skills, sensory integration, and activities of daily living (ADLs). Work with children individually under OT supervision.
• Provide 1:1 therapy services using client specific intervention methods to aid in achieving goals and document goal progress under OT supervision. Therapy includes providing help to infants, toddlers, children and young adults achieve milestones, independence and confidence in their play, self-help, social, motor, cognitive, sensory skills.
• Assist in creating individualized treatment plans and goals that include necessary diagnostic and development information to guide treatment.
• Partner with parents or caregivers in a productive and professional manner regarding plan of care, measuring success, and home care.
• Partner with physicians and other professionals to ensure plan of care meets client needs and is collaborative with shared goals.
• Complete required documentation thoroughly, accurately, and in line with insurance requirements by due dates.
• Maintain a safe and positive environment by ensuring a clean, organized, and child-friendly therapy space, and adhering to safety standards and infection control policies.
• Adhere to ethical guidelines, scope of practice, and state requirements for COTA licensure, maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards.

Salary and Benefits:

We offer an hourly rate of $23-$25/hour based on licensure and experience, with additional monthly & annual performance bonuses.

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Retirement Plan
• Paid HolidaysOur own version of unlimited PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Continuing Education stipend
• Referral Program

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current MN licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (or in process of applying for state license)
• Prior experience in pediatrics (preferably in a clinical, school, or therapy setting) or a strong interest in working with children.
• Knowledge of child development, sensory integration, and play-based therapeutic approaches.
• Basic Knowledge of Therapy Practices: Familiarity with therapeutic interventions in areas like fine motor skills, sensory processing, and gross motor skills
• Ability to follow OT treatment plans and implement therapeutic activities designed for children.
• Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills to work with children, families, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Patience, empathy, and a positive approach, with the ability to adjust communication styles to fit the needs of young clients and their families.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management abilities to handle a caseload efficiently, document sessions accurately, and maintain a structured, safe environment.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work effectively as part of a team, communicate with OTs and other professionals, and accept constructive feedback to support treatment goals and clinic standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-2 years' experience as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
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