Lead COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

American Senior Communities; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

401(k) enrollment

Free life insurance

PTO exchange for pay

Job summary

American Senior Communities at The Commons on Meridian and American Village in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for a full-time role. You will work with residents and staff, using your clinical skills to support physical and psychosocial well-being.

The position includes a structured 9-month mentorship program, mentorship from therapy leaders, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Indiana COTA license.
• Ability to conduct thorough assessments and document changes.
• Strong passion for geriatric nursing and senior care excellence.
• Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values to residents, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents and document health changes.
• Collaborate with nursing and facility teams for coordinated care.
• Contribute to residents' physical and psychosocial well-being.

Skills

Supportive Presence

Leadership

Collaboration

Teamwork

Interpersonal Communication

Education

Indiana COTA license

Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Opportunity at The Commons on Meridian and American Village

Full-Time 40 hours

Mentorship Program Available!

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will have the opportunity to develop meaningful relationships by learning about the life stories of our residents and staff. Each day, our certified occupational therapy assistants utilize their clinical skills to promote the physical and psychosocial well-being of the residents, leading to a rewarding sense of fulfillment and satisfaction.

Take advantage of a meaningful career and financial incentives by joining the ASC Therapies and Wellness team as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, where you can join a supportive environment with experienced therapy leaders and take part in a structured 9-month mentorship program to grow your own skills and expertise.

Skills Needed

• Supportive Presence: Creating a comforting and engaging atmosphere for our residents.
• Leadership: Promote teamwork within the care team to exceed the needs of our residents.
• Collaboration: The ability to work with nursing and other facility teams to ensure coordinated and comprehensive resident care.
• Teamwork: The ability to work towards a common goal of excellent care for our residents.
• Interpersonal Communication: Support a respectful and positive work environment.

Requirements

• Current and valid Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license in the state of Indiana.
• Ability to conduct thorough assessments and accurately document changes in resident conditions.
• Strong passion for geriatric nursing and commitment to senior care excellence.
• Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values to our residents, family members, customers and staff.

Benefits And Perks Include

• Competitive Compensation: Access your earnings before payday. Take advantage of lucrative employee referral bonus programs, 401(k), FSA program, free life insurance, PTO exchange for pay programs and more.
• Health & Wellness: Medical coverage as low as $25, vision and dental insurance. Employee Assistance Program to help manage personal or work-related issues, as well as Workforce Chaplains to provide support in the workplace and Personalized Wellness Coaching.
• Life in Balance: Holiday pay and PTO with opportunities to earn additional PTO. Employee Discount Programs that allow you to save on travel, retail, entertainment, food and much more.
• Career Growth: Access to a structured 9-month mentorship program, clinical and leadership development pathways, education partnerships with colleges and universities across the state like Ivy Tech and Purdue Global, financial assistance for continuing education, company sponsored scholarship programs, and tuition reimbursement.
• Team Culture: C.A.R.E. Values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence carrying a legacy for improving the lives of Seniors across Indiana. Celebrate the hard work you and your team put in each day through employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.
• Full-Time and Part-Time Benefits may vary, terms and conditions apply

About American Senior Communities

Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence are the core values for American Senior Communities. These words not only form an acronym for C.A.R.E., but they are also our guiding principles and create the framework for all our relationships with customers, team members and community at large.

American Senior Communities has proudly served our customers since the year 2000, with a long history of excellent outcomes. Team members within each of our 100+ American Senior Communities take great pride in our Hoosier hospitality roots, and it is ingrained in everything we do. As leaders in senior care, we are not just doing a job but following a calling.