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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (School-Based)

Point Quest Group

Job Title:
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (School-Based)

Pay Range:

Based on Experience

Job Description:

2026-2027 School Year | Full-Time | Phoenix, AZ | AZ COTA License

About the Role

Support meaningful, individualized therapy for students - helping them develop the skills they need to succeed in school and life. Working under the supervision of a licensed OT, you'll assist with treatment programs, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and maintain documentation to ensure student progress is tracked and celebrated. This role combines hands-on clinical support with compassionate connection and teamwork.

Why Join Us
  • Founded and operated by practitioners and therapists who understand the work and prioritize meaningful support
  • Comprehensive Benefits for full time employees: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) match, & more
  • Paid Sick Leave, Holidays, and Vacation
  • CEU reimbursement, tuition assistance, and ongoing professional development opportunities
What You'll Do
  • Assist in delivering individualized treatment programs for students based on their IEPs or medical plans
  • Collaborate with the OT and interdisciplinary team to implement goals and accommodations
  • Support and follow guidance from the supervising OT for therapy sessions and interventions
  • Conduct data collection and assist with initial and ongoing assessments
  • Help complete annual and triennial reviews under OT supervision
  • Maintain thorough, timely documentation and provide progress updates to the OT and team
What We're Looking For

Required:
  • Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant license in Arizona (or eligibility to obtain)
  • IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Preferred:
  • Experience in school or pediatric clinical settings with children facing learning or social-emotional challenges
  • Familiarity with IEPs, treatment planning, and behavior interventions
  • Strong organizational, problem-solving, and data documentation skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in a team-based, mission-driven environment

About Point Quest Group

Point Quest Group is a leading national provider of special education services, partnering with 350+ school districts to help students with unique needs thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Everything we do starts with one unwavering commitment: students first .

Guided by a growth mindset, courageous leadership, and a deep culture of collaboration, fun, and determination, our teams show up every day ready to do whatever it takes for the students we serve. Through in-district services, therapeutic day schools, and specialized staffing, we deliver the personalized support every student needs - and deserves - to succeed.

This job description reflects essential functions and may be adjusted as needed.


Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check conducted in accordance with applicable laws.

PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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