Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/L) responsibilities include managing a caseload of clients using evidence-based/ person centered principles to develop, implement and coordinate an occupational therapy program under the supervision of an OTR/L. This individual will provide screenings, assist with evaluations and writing of treatment plans and progress notes as directed by the OTR/L. Service provisions may include direct, monitored and consultative approaches. Problems that arise in the treatment program are expected to be resolved independently. The COTA will maintain a caseload of 80% utilization providing OT services to clients. The COTA will be trained in ABA and may fill in for the ABA department if there is need. Departmental direction is received from the OTR and Rehabilitation Team Lead.Essential Functions:Provide screenings, assist OTR/L with evaluations as needed and direct therapy to clients in a 1:1 medical model under the guidance of an OTR/L ensuring goals and objectives are being metDocument therapy services accurately and timely in accordance with facility and Federal Regulations (i.e. daily service notes, assessments, treatment plans and doctor orders for services, communications, client information, reporting parent and Partners communications and client information and etc.)Work with supervision to provide direct therapy using skills, techniques and expectations detailed in AOTA Scope of Practice, Standard of Practice and facility policies and proceduresComplete the required technical training and participates in ongoing training opportunitiesRedirect, intervene, observe, and monitor client behaviorsCommunicate effectively with all staff membersMake sound decisions and use good judgment when dealing with clients, parents, and coworkersDemonstrate dependability and consistency in therapy and other job-related activitiesCommunicate daily progress and client concerns to the appropriate staff membersCommunicates and works with all member of the treatment team and shares information with team members in formal and informal settings, i.e. rehab roundsOrganize and clean therapy space and equipmentAssist in keeping the facility safe, organized, sanitary, and guide others to do the sameConduct various assessments as deemed appropriateGuide treatment team, in collaboration with OTR/L on how to properly implement and carryover OT goals in the PODSAssist clients with personal care including: dressing, toileting, personal hygiene, food, nutrition, and diet needsAttend and participate in meetingsReport all safety concerns to the Safety Director or his/her direct supervisorFormally and informally mentor newly hired staffProvide in-service trainings to staff as directed or requestedProvides direct therapy through various activitiesPromotes an awareness of the OT role to parents and Partners staffAssist with interviews and selecting applicants for hire in the OT DepartmentMeet the physical demands listed below.Other duties as assignedRequired Education and Experience:Associate Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant from an accredited Occupational Therapy AssistantAcquire and maintain active membership with National Board Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)General knowledge of typical and special needs clientsSuccessfully pass an initial and subsequent background checks (no history of felonies, substantiated client maltreatment or vulnerable adult incidents, or disqualifying misdemeanors)Must have some experience and be interested in working with children and possess the interpersonal skills to be playful, enthusiastic, and bring a high level of energy into the therapeutic situationPreferred Qualifications:Experience working with individuals with autism.Valid driver’s license #J-18808-Ljbffr