Travel Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - $1,721 per week

Jackson Therapy Partners is seeking a travel Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel job in Toms River, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

We're hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for a travel contract role at a skilled nursing facility in Toms River, NJ. Under the guidance of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you will help patients regain skills for everyday life. Apply and a recruiter will reach out with the details.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college.
• Active New Jersey COTA license or ability to obtain state licensure prior to start of assignment.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross preferred. (Preferred)
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility or long-term care setting preferred.
• Experience providing ADL retraining, therapeutic activities, and functional positioning to older adult populations preferred.
• Ability to follow treatment plans established by a licensed Occupational Therapist and document patient progress in electronic medical records.

Assignment Details

• Facility type: Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Shift name: Days.
• Shift details: Days 0830-1630.
• Schedule: 5x8.
• Assignment length: 13 weeks.
• Meal break: 30 minutes.

Location Highlights

Toms River offers coastal and suburban lifestyle options within easy reach of regional attractions. The city sits on the Barnegat Bay waterfront and is about a 40-minute drive to Island Beach State Park and its Atlantic Ocean beaches. Toms River is roughly 1 hour from Atlantic City casinos and boardwalk entertainment, and about 1.5 hours to New York City by car or commuter rail connections. Local amenities include beachfront recreation, marinas for boating on Barnegat Bay, and family-friendly dining and shopping along Hooper Avenue and downtown districts, providing a balanced coastal-suburban experience for traveling clinicians.

Benefits Designed for Travelers

We value your time and responsiveness. A comprehensive benefits package is offered starting your first day.

• Full medical benefits and 401(k) matching plan.
• 24/7 recruiter support via text, phone, or email.
• Competitive referral bonuses.
• 100% paid housing available.
• Travel and license reimbursement.

Impacting Patient Care Nationwide

Join as a Travel COTA to gain flexibility and professional growth in varied settings. Options include direct hire, temp-to-hire, and travel contracts supported by career tools for therapy professionals.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

Jackson Therapy Partners Job ID #442015. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Jackson Therapy Partners

Delivering a lifetime of opportunities in both contract and permanent positions, Jackson Therapy Partners™ connects highly skilled therapy and education professionals with rewarding careers at more than 1,300 rehab facilities, schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, and skilled nursing facilities every year. Our award-winning team is 100% committed to you and to the development and success of your healthcare career. We take pride in being a value-driven company with a social conscious, and we're invested in your future. With Jackson, you'll get the jobs you want most from a company that values patient care as much as you do. Jackson Therapy Partners is part of the Jackson Healthcare® family of companies.