Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) — Cherrelyn Healthcare Center | Littleton, CO

Part-Time & Full-Time | $32–$40/hr DOE
What You're Walking Into

Cherrelyn Healthcare Center is a 176-bed skilled nursing facility in Littleton, CO, part of Stellar Senior Living and operating for 12+ years. That kind of longevity in this industry means something: stable leadership, consistent census, and a therapy team that's built real culture over time.
You'll work directly alongside our OTs to help residents rebuild the functional skills that matter most to them. This is hands-on, relationship-driven rehab work in a structured SNF environment.
The Role

As a COTA, you'll carry an assigned caseload under OT supervision, implementing individualized treatment plans focused on ADLs, functional mobility, and quality-of-life outcomes.
Day-to-day responsibilities:
Deliver OT treatment plans under the supervising OT's direction
Work with residents on ADL retraining, fine motor skills, strength, balance, and daily functional tasks
Track and document resident progress accurately and on schedule
Educate residents and families on techniques, adaptive equipment, and home carry-over strategies
Collaborate with nursing, PT, SLP, and care coordination teams
Maintain organized, safe treatment spaces in compliance with facility and state standards
Participate in ongoing clinical training and competency development
What We Offer

$33–$40/hr

, based on experience
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Time Off + paid holidays
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid bi-weekly
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities
A tenured therapy team — no constant turnover, no starting over every 6 months
Real advancement pathways within a growing, multi-community company
Who's a Strong Fit

COTAs who want consistent, meaningful caseloads — not rushed 15-minute sessions
Clinicians who enjoy building relationships with older adults over a full course of care
Therapists ready to step into a collaborative, long-standing SNF team
People who take documentation seriously and can work both independently and under OT supervision
Requirements

Active Colorado COTA licensure/certification in good standing
Associate's degree from an accredited OTA program
Minimum 1 year of COTA experience (SNF or post-acute preferred)
Strong communication and documentation skills
Physical ability to assist with patient mobility and perform repetitive therapeutic tasks
Complete the brief screening questions as part of your application
Who we are
"Our supreme goal is to do and be the best in all we undertake, and to provide a Stellar life for our residents, their families, and our employees." - Evrett Benton, CEO
If you are looking for a company and team that understands the value of people, then look no further!
Stellar Senior Living is a premier assisted living and memory care provider in the Western United States. Founded in 2012, we have experienced consistent growth, adding senior living communities to our family each year. We continue to grow and are looking for top talent to join our team and help us continue the journey.
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Cherrelyn Healthcare Center / Stellar Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer.