Early Intervention COTA — Flexible Pediatric Therapy

TheraCare Staten Island; New York (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Competitive rates

Paperless documentation

Professional development

Clinical mentorship

Referral bonuses

Job summary

TheraCare Staten Island is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to deliver Early Intervention services for infants and toddlers in their natural environments on Staten Island. You will focus on fine motor skills, sensory processing, and adaptive behaviors, collaborating with families and the interdisciplinary team to support developmental progress.

You will develop individualized treatment plans, adhere to IFSP goals, and participate in team meetings, while traveling to

Qualifications

• Current NYS license and registration as COTA.
• Degree from an accredited COTA program.
• Experience in early childhood or pediatric therapy strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Early Intervention standards and family-centered care principles.
• Strong communication, time management, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Reliable transportation to travel throughout the assigned borough.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct occupational therapy services for children ages 0–3.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with IFSP goals.
• Work collaboratively with families and interdisciplinary team members.
• Coach and educate caregivers to support therapy carryover at home.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with NYC Early Intervention documentation standards.
• Participate in IFSP meetings and case reviews as needed.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Clinical decision making

Education

NYS license and registration as COTA

Degree from accredited COTA program

Job description

TheraCare Staten Island is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to deliver Early Intervention services for infants and toddlers in their natural environments on Staten Island. You will focus on fine motor skills, sensory processing, and adaptive behaviors, collaborating with families and the interdisciplinary team to support developmental progress.

You will develop individualized treatment plans, adhere to IFSP goals, and participate in team meetings, while traveling to