COTA: Empower Independence in Long-Term Care

Journey; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Journey in Frederick, MD is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support the Occupational Therapist in delivering therapy services in a long-term care setting. The role focuses on improving residents' independence, mobility, and quality of life.

Qualifications include an associate degree in OTA, current state licensure as a COTA, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current state licensure as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a passion for working in long-term care settings.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in implementing individualized treatment plans to enhance residents' physical, emotional, and cognitive functioning.
• Provide hand-on therapeutic interventions, including exercises of daily living (ADL) training and adaptive equipment use.
• Document residents' progress and communicate updates to the care team to ensure continuity of care.
• Promote a safe and supportive environment while fostering meaningful relationships with residents.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job description

Journey in Frederick, MD is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support the Occupational Therapist in delivering therapy services in a long-term care setting. The role focuses on improving residents' independence, mobility, and quality of life.

Qualifications include an associate degree in OTA, current state licensure as a COTA, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.