School Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Amergis; Charleston (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Weekly paychecks

Job summary

Amergis in Charleston, IL is seeking a School Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide OT services under supervision of an Occupational Therapist in the school setting. This travel role requires delivering treatment, recording data, and supporting students' therapeutic goals.

Qualifications include OTA certification in state, graduation from accredited program, pediatric experience preferred, and CPR/Health certification as applicable.

Qualifications

• Current certification or licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practice.
• Graduate of an accredited OTA school.
• One year of experience as an OTA preferred; pediatric experience preferred.
• Complies with professional standards; CPR if applicable; health certificate per contract regulations.
• Must meet age and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide occupational therapy services to students in the school setting under OT supervision.
• Implement treatment plans, document progress, and collect standardized assessment data.
• Maintain timely documentation and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Pediatric experience

CPR certification

TB/health certificate

Education

OTA program graduate

State OTA license

Job description

School Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)Setting: SchoolsJob Type: TravelPay: $2272 / WeekHours: 38.00Location: Charleston, ILUnder the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant provides occupational therapy services including treatment, implementation, standardized assessment data, and documentation to students in the school setting.Minimum Requirements:Current certification or licensure as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practiceGraduate of an accredited school of Occupational Therapy Assistant requiredOne (1) year of experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant preferredPediatric experience preferredComplies with all relevant professional standards of practiceCurrent CPR if applicableTB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsMust be at least 18 years of ageBenefitsAt Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.About AmergisAmergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.Pay: $2,272.00 per week