Pediatric Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

ASTOR SERVICES; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

ASTOR SERVICES is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) or Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality OT services to program children. You will support motor development within a classroom environment aligned with agency philosophy and individualized education plans.

You will conduct therapy under IEP mandates, document progress, and collaborate with the treatment team. Duties include evaluating needs at enrollment, developing curriculum materials, and delivering

Qualifications

• Licensed OT required; pediatric experience preferred.
• Ability to develop and implement IEP-based therapy plans.
• Strong communication with treatment team.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality OT services to program children in accordance with IEPs.
• Maintain records to assess progress toward IEP objectives.
• Develop behavior management systems as appropriate.
• Evaluate children's needs at enrollment for diagnostic planning.
• Coordinate with team and update staff on progress.
• Deliver individual or group therapy as needed.
• Prepare occupational curriculum materials for delivery of services.

Skills

Communication

Team Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Licensed Occupational Therapist

Job description

ASTOR SERVICES is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) or Occupational Therapist to provide high-quality OT services to program children. You will support motor development within a classroom environment aligned with agency philosophy and individualized education plans.

You will conduct therapy under IEP mandates, document progress, and collaborate with the treatment team. Duties include evaluating needs at enrollment, developing curriculum materials, and delivering