Geriatric Occupational Therapy Assistant

Provident Behavioral Health; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Provident Behavioral Health in Lansing, MI seeks a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support seniors in a community-based PACE program. The role involves implementing personalized treatment plans and promoting independence within a collaborative care setting.

You will work closely with an occupational therapist and interdisciplinary team, document progress, educate participants and caregivers, and adapt interventions to meet changing needs in a compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) is required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Ability to adapt interventions based on individual needs and changing circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans.
• Lead therapeutic activities to promote independence.
• Assist participants with daily tasks at home and in the center.
• Collaborate with an occupational therapist and interdisciplinary care team.
• Document progress and outcomes consistently.
• Educate participants and caregivers on interventions.
• Adapt interventions to meet changing needs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Adaptive intervention

Education

COTA certification

Job description

We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to support seniors in a community-based PACE program.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Implementing individualized treatment plans
• Leading therapeutic activities to promote independence
• Assisting participants with daily tasks both at home and in the center
• Collaborating closely with an occupational therapist and interdisciplinary care team
• Documenting progress and outcomes
• Educating participants and caregivers on interventions
• Adapting interventions to meet changing needs

Qualifications And Skills

• Certification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Compassionate and respectful approach to senior care
• Ability to adapt interventions based on individual needs

Our culture emphasizes compassion, respect, teamwork, and continuous improvement in caring for older adults.