Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled Nursing Setting

Marshall Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Marshall (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

CEU reimbursement

Job summary

Marshall Rehab and Nursing is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide hands-on, resident-centered therapy at a leading skilled nursing facility.

Your daily impact includes carrying out personalized treatment plans, guiding residents in ADLs, and leading engaging sessions with adaptive equipment to improve function, safety, and independence.

Qualifications

• Certified COTA with hands-on care experience under supervision of licensed OTs.
• Ability to guide residents in ADLs such as self-care, dressing, grooming, eating.

Responsibilities

• Carry out personalized treatment plans under the supervision of licensed OTs.
• Lead sessions using adaptive equipment, fine motor exercises, cognitive strategies, and compensatory techniques.
• Track and document resident progress and educate residents and families on home techniques.

Skills

ADL training

Geriatric care

Team collaboration

Education

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Tools

Adaptive equipment

Job description

Marshall Rehab and Nursing is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide hands-on, resident-centered occupational therapy at a leading skilled nursing facility.

Your Daily Impact:

• Carry out personalized treatment plans under the supervision of licensed Occupational Therapists, guiding residents in rebuilding skills for self-care, dressing, grooming, eating, and other activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Lead practical, engaging sessions using adaptive equipment, fine motor exercises, cognitive strategies, and compensatory techniques to enhance function, safety, and confidence.
• Track and document resident progress, report observations to the supervising OT, educate residents and families on techniques and tools for home success, and adapt activities to meet individual needs; all while fostering positive, empowering relationships.

Why Therapists Love Working with Us:

• Work within a collaborative therapy team where your frontline insights and contributions help refine care approaches and influence team decisions.
• Gain access to continuous training, mentorship, and growth resources to sharpen your expertise in geriatric and long-term care occupational therapy.
• Feel the profound reward of supporting older adults in regaining meaningful independence and quality of life in skilled nursing, with a consistent full-time schedule in a supportive environment.

Comprehensive Full-Time Benefits:

• Health & Wellness: Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans.
• Future Planning: 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Career Growth: Annual performance reviews with clear opportunities for salary increases and professional advancement.
• Continuous Learning: Dedicated CEU reimbursement to support your ongoing professional development.

If you're a certified COTA who excels in supervised hands-on care, values teamwork in skilled nursing, and is dedicated to ongoing development and resident-focused outcomes, this opportunity is built for you.

Excited to discuss how your skills can make a difference? Reach out today!