Occupational Therapist Assistant- Education

Springbrook NY, Inc; Town of Oneonta (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Springbrook NY, Inc. seeks a certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support students with OT services in diverse settings.

Under supervision, you will administer complex therapeutic activities, assist with assessments, and help develop individualized goals with the interdisciplinary team. You will perform treatments, document progress, and participate in trainings on adaptive equipment and interventions.

Qualifications

• Must have NY State COTA license.
• Graduate of an AOTA approved OTA program (Associate degree or higher).
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Proficient in basic computer software including Excel, Outlook and Word.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to individuals in various settings.
• Assist OT with screening, assessment and evaluation per educational needs.
• Collaborate on developing individual and group therapy goals with the interdisciplinary team.
• Plan and review activities for individuals and/or groups.
• Deliver therapy treatments as indicated in service plans.
• Demonstrate appropriate interactions to enhance performance.
• Offer in-service training and guidance on adaptive equipment and interventions.
• Utilize assistive devices to support individual needs.
• Maintain and update client records per regulations.
• Collect data for attendance and program evaluation.
• Communicate effectively with supervising therapist about participation in therapy.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory procedures and Springbrook policies.
• Attend departmental meetings as assigned.
• Inventory and maintain supplies and space; keep it clean and organized.
• Apply time management to meet department needs.
• Stay current with discipline-specific treatment practices.
• Provide proof of current licensure/certification.
• Complete ongoing professional development activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Verbal & written communication

Computer skills

Education

AOTA approved OTA program (associate degree or higher)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Microsoft Word

Job description

Salary ranges from $25.00 - $26.00 per hour depending on Experience and Qualifications.

Position Summary

Under direct supervision of an Occupational Therapist, administers complex active and passive therapeutic exercise, ADL training, and various cognitive techniques. Instructs, motivates, and assists students in learning and improving activities of daily living.

Principle Duties And Responsibilities

• To provide occupational therapy services to individuals receiving services in a variety of settings.
• Assist OT in conducting screening, assessment and/or evaluation of students, in keeping with educational needs.
• Assist OT in developing individual and group therapy goals in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, based on assessment results.
• Assist OT in planning and reviewing appropriate activities for individuals and/or groups.
• Provide occupational therapy treatments as indicated in each individual’s service plan.
• Demonstrate appropriate interactions with individuals to enhance individual performance.
• Provide in-service training and consultation to staff, parents, residential staff and other professional personnel regarding adaptive equipment, positioning and other intervention techniques.
• Utilize and manage appropriate assistive and adaptive devices to support individual’s needs.
• Maintain individual’s records as necessary to comply with all applicable regulations.
• Complete appropriate data collection and documentation for attendance purposes, following departmental protocols.
• Effectively and efficiently communicate with supervising therapist regarding each individual’s participation in therapy.
• Demonstrate an understanding and compliance with applicable regulatory procedures.
• Follow confidentiality procedures as outlined in Springbrook policies and therapeutic practice regulations.
• Attend appropriate departmental meetings as assigned.
• Inventory, store, monitor and maintain supplies and equipment. Maintain a clean and organized therapeutic program space and office space.
• Utilize time management techniques with which to meet the needs of the department.
• Maintain current knowledge of treatment practice per discipline-specific practice requirements.
• Maintain and provide Springbrook with proof of current certification/licensure.
• Annually complete additional professional development activities, as assigned and approved by supervisor.
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications, Skills And Responsibilities

• Graduate of an AOTA approved education program for OTA (Associate degree or higher)
• Must have a New York State COTA license
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to effectively collaborate with others.
• Swim in the Springbrook and community pools as necessary.
• Communicate openly and professionally, and employ appropriate conflict resolution
• strategies, during interactions with colleagues and students.
• Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in or knowledge of using a variety of computer software and e-mail applications, especially Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word; have the aptitude to learn other computer software as necessary.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. independently and assist in lifting weights exceeding 50 lbs.
• Meet the requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles as required.
• Be able to perform all physical interventions.

Springbrook is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Springbrook to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, age, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity or expression, disability, military or veteran status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, traits historically associated with race and/or any other status or characteristic protected by law.