Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Specialized Education Services, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary range

Medical, dental, vision, 401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, seeks an Occupational Therapist Assistant to provide social-emotional and occupational therapy services to students in our SESI Schools.

You will collaborate with school staff and families to deliver high-quality OT support and help students reach their full potential. The role offers a competitive hourly salary with a comprehensive benefits package, tuition reimbursement, ongoing training, mentorship, and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• COTA license required.

Responsibilities

• Assess each new student and evaluate OT needs.
• Monitor therapy programs and consult with educational staff regarding inclusion of OT strategies in the educational program.
• Educate and demonstrate OT techniques to teachers and parents for classroom/home use.
• Consult on IEPs and document students’ needs and supports.
• Monitor handwriting/keyboarding curriculum and train staff/parents in applicable techniques.
• Provide group therapy interventions for K-8th grade classes.
• Assess and evaluate students’ needs for individual or small group OT sessions.
• Attend parent/teacher meetings for students receiving OT.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Overview

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Overview

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The Occupational Therapist Assistant will be responsible for providing social-emotional services for students who require additional support to thrive in school. They will deliver high-quality services as provided by SESI, and collaborate with both school personnel and families to provide services to students. Every child deserves to reach their full potential and we’re looking to hire an exceptional Therapist who will play an essential role in fueling student success. Are you looking for a new opportunity to make an impact in the lives of students? Join us at SESI Schools, where we are proving what is possible for students with unique needs. We offer

• Competitive salary range $24-$36/hour candidates with experience should expect to come in at the mid-range.


• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401K matching


• Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,625


• Continued training, mentorship, and opportunities for growth

Responsibilities

• Assess each new student and evaluate OT needs


• Monitor therapy programs and consult with educational staff regarding the inclusion of appropriate occupational therapy treatment strategies into the educational program.


• Educate and demonstrate (verbally or written) therapy techniques to teachers and parents that can be incorporated into the classroom/home.


• Consult on IEPs and provided required documentation of students’ needs and supports.


• Monitor and manage the handwriting and keyboarding curriculum and train staff/parents in any applicable techniques.


• Provide group therapy interventions for K-8th grade classes.


• Assess and evaluate all students’ needs for individual or small group OT sessions.


• Attend parent/teacher meetings for students’ receiving OT as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree


• COTA license

Posted Salary Range

USD $24.00 - USD $36.00 /Hr.