Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant

Kids at Play Therapy, LLC; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO & holidays

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Continuing education

Mentorship

Supportive culture

Job summary

Kids at Play Therapy in Puyallup, WA is seeking a dedicated Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant to join a vibrant clinic serving children ages 0–21. You will help children grow through play, movement, and meaningful connection, while delivering engaging individual and group sessions.

You’ll collaborate with families and other professionals, develop home programs, track progress, and celebrate every milestone.

Qualifications

• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) with a valid Washington State license.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Experience in pediatric therapy helpful.
• Neurodiversity-affirming practices appreciated.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Treat children with a variety of needs.
• Lead engaging individual and group sessions (feeding, social skills, handwriting, preschool, motor and life skills).
• 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.

Skills

CPR Certification

Team collaboration

Time management

Communication skills

Creative/compassionate

Education

AA degree from ACOTE-accredited OTA program

Washington State OTA license

Job description

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