Greater Houston Area - Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - Full-Time and Benefits!

Greater Houston Area - Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - Full-Time and Benefits! Thrive Therapies Group Address Houston, TX Compensation $40,000.00 - $55,000.00/year Schedule Full time Job Type Permanent Industry Health medical and related

DESCRIPTION

POSITION SUMMARY

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to implement school-based OT services for students K–12. You deliver structured therapy sessions, collect progress data, and support students in achieving IEP goals related to fine motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, and classroom participation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Implement OT-designed treatment plans for students with fine motor, sensory processing, self-care, and handwriting goals Deliver one-on-one and small-group therapy sessions using evidence-based techniques established by the supervising OT Collect and document precise session data; communicate student progress and observations to the supervising OT at regular supervision meetings Support sensory accommodation strategies, movement breaks, and classroom modifications per OT direction Assist with adaptive equipment setup, AAC implementation, and accessibility accommodations Collaborate with classroom teachers and special education staff to generalize OT strategies into daily school routines Maintain confidentiality and adhere to AOTA ethical guidelines and NBCOT standards for COTAs

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistance from an ACOTE-accredited program NBCOT Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) credential Current state OTA license or registration (varies by state) Clear background check and immunization clearance per school district requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Prior school-based OTA experience (1+ years) Certification or training in sensory integration (Ayres SI preferred) Experience with adaptive equipment, assistive technology, and accessibility assessment Bilingual capability (Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese)

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Competitive W-2 salary: $40,000–$55,000 based on credentials, experience, and location 401(k) with company match 10 days PTO + paid sick leave Professional development stipend ($1,000+ annually) for CEUs, conferences, and certifications $2,000 sign-on bonus (paid at 90 days) NBCOT COTA dues and state licensure fees fully reimbursed Malpractice and professional liability coverage provided by Thrive No non-compete clause — we earn your loyalty by being a place worth staying #J-18808-Ljbffr Pho Prime, LLC