Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant

Kids at Play Therapy, LLC; Edgewood (WA); Vor Ort; USD 56.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Benefits package

Retirement plan

Education support

Mentorship

Supportive culture

Zusammenfassung

Kids at Play Therapy in Puyallup, WA seeks a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to support children aged 0–21 through play-based therapy. You will lead engaging sessions, collaborate with families and professionals, and develop effective home programs to foster developmental milestones.

We value a compassionate, playful spirit, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to neurodiversity-affirming care.

Qualifikationen

• Must hold a valid Washington State COTA license.
• Associate degree from ACOTE-accredited OTA program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong understanding of child development and progression of functional skills.
• Familiarity with neurodiversity-affirming clinical practices.

Aufgaben

• Treat children with a variety of needs.
• Lead individual and group sessions (feeding, social skills, handwriting, motor and life skills).
• Collaborate with families and professionals to support each child’s journey.
• Plan and develop home programs.
• Track progress and celebrate progress—big or small.

Kenntnisse

COTA license

Ausbildung

Associate’s degree from ACOTE-accredited OTA program

Jobbeschreibung

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A PEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPYASSISTANT!

Kids at Play Therapy – Puyallup, WA
Full-time | Flexible Schedule | Permanent Position

Are you a passionate, creative, and compassionate Occupational TherapyAssistantwho loves helping children (ages 0–21) grow through play, movement, and meaningful connection? If so,we’dlove tomeetyou!

Kids at Play Therapy is a vibrant, fast-paced, community-based clinic in Puyallup, WA.We’recurrently seeking a dedicatedCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)who finds joy in turning everyday moments into developmental milestones.

Ifyou’reready to make a lasting impactinthe lives of children and families, this could be your dream role.

WhatYou’llDo:

• Treat amazing children with a variety of needs
• Lead engaging individual and group sessions (feeding, social skills, handwriting, preschool,motorand life skills groups)
• Team up with families and professionals to support each child’s journey.
• Plan and develop home programs.
• Track progress and celebrate every win—big or small.

What You Bring:

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)with a valid Washington State license
• Completion of anassociate’s degreefrom anACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current CPR Certification
• Aplayful spiritand aheart full of compassion
• Strong understanding ofchild developmentand the progression of functional skills
• Familiarity withneurodiversity-affirming clinical practicesand a commitment to supporting children and families through this lens
• A flexible,team-oriented mindsetwith a passion for learning and growing
• Excellentorganizational, time management, and communication skills
• Willingness tocollaborateand contribute to a supportive team environment
• Experience in an outpatient setting withasensoryapproach, feeding therapy,socialskillsorhandwritingprogramswhile not necessary willgreatly benefityou in this role

WhyYou’llLove It Here:

• Supportive team, flexible schedule, and room to express your creativity
• Deep community connections and meaningful impact
• Weekly scheduled meetingsprovidingthe opportunity to collaborate with and learn from your team
• We’rebased in thebeautiful Pacific Northwest, where towering evergreens, mountain views, and fresh air inspire healing, creativity, and joy
• A chance to help kidsdream big, believe in themselves, and achieve their fullest potential

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation; $56,000- $76,000
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Retirement plan with company matching
• Continuing education support
• Mentorship and professional development
• A warm, welcoming environment where your work truly matters
• Autonomy in the context of a supportive team and caring culture