Occupational Therapist Assistant

Giant Leaps Occupational Therapy PC; Valley Cottage (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team culture

Sensory-rich clinic environment

Flexible scheduling

Creativity & professional growth

Meaningful work with children

Job summary

Giant Leaps Occupational Therapy PC in Valley Cottage, NY seeks a compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our pediatric clinic. The role is play-centered and focuses on building confidence, regulation, independence, and functional skills through engaging therapy.

The ideal candidate is warm, energetic, and collaborative, with NYS COTA licensure and pediatric experience. Flexible contract position with Sundays and after-school hours is available.

Qualifications

• Licensed COTA in New York State.
• Experience working with children in pediatric OT.
• Strong communication and collaboration with families.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized, play-based OT sessions under supervision.
• Support development in sensory processing, fine motor, motor planning, emotional regulation, executive functioning, ADLs, and visual motor skills.
• Collaborate with families to support progress.
• Complete session documentation in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with supervising therapists and team members.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Play-based therapy

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

NYS COTA License

Job description

Contract Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Valley Cottage, NY | Clinic-Based Pediatric OT

Giant Leaps Occupational Therapy is seeking a passionate, play-based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our supportive pediatric clinic team!

We are looking for a warm, energetic, and collaborative clinician who enjoys helping children build confidence, regulation, independence, and functional skills through engaging, child-centered therapy.

Schedule

• Sundays
• 1-3 weekday afternoons/evenings (after school hours)
• Flexible contract position

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized, play-based OT treatment sessions under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist
• Support development in sensory processing, fine motor, motor planning, emotional regulation, executive functioning, ADLs, and visual motor skills
• Collaborate with families and caregivers to support meaningful progress
• Complete session documentation in a timely manner
• Communicate effectively with supervising therapists and team members

Qualifications

• Current NYS COTA License
• Pediatric experience preferred
• Experience with sensory integration/play-based therapy strongly preferred
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Positive, compassionate, and child-centered approach

Why Join Giant Leaps?

• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Sensory-rich clinic environment
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunities for creativity and professional growth
• Meaningful work with children and families