COTA - Inpatient Behavioral Health (Adolescents & Adults)

Hartford HealthCare; Vernon (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Competitive benefits program

Work/life balance support

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to work in the Behavioral Health Unit in Vernon, Connecticut. The role involves providing direct clinical services for adolescents and adults, coordinating activities, and ensuring appropriate treatment interventions.

Candidates should hold an Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy and must have the necessary certification. Previous experience in Behavioral Health is preferred. Hartford HealthCare offers a competitive benefits program promoting career development.

Qualifications

• Must have basic computer knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Must be flexible in approach and function effectively in a multi-tasking environment.
• Must maintain active certification and complete continuing education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services on the Behavioral Health Unit.
• Coordinate groups and activities under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
• Ensure treatment interventions are appropriate to patients' needs.

Skills

Behavioral Health experience

Communication skills

Computer knowledge (Microsoft Word, Outlook)

Education

Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy

National Occupational Therapist Assistant Certification

State of Connecticut COTA license

Job description

Hartford HealthCare is seeking an Occupational Therapy Assistant to work in the Behavioral Health Unit in Vernon, Connecticut. The role involves providing direct clinical services for adolescents and adults, coordinating activities, and ensuring appropriate treatment interventions.

Candidates should hold an Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy and must have the necessary certification. Previous experience in Behavioral Health is preferred. Hartford HealthCare offers a competitive benefits program promoting career development.