Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant 2Job Class: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant 2Agency: Direct Care and TreatmentJob ID: 96254Location: WillmarTelework Eligible: NoFull/Part Time: Full-TimeRegular/Temporary: UnlimitedWho May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekersClosing Date: 09/01/2026Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Willmar AFSCMEDivision/Unit: Mental Health & Substance Abuse Treatment Services / CABHS Willmar ProfWork Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am-4:30pm and occasional eveningsDays of Work: Monday - Friday and occasional weekends; may include holidaysTravel Required: NoSalary Range: $26.58 - $34.04 / hourly; $55,499 - $71,075 / annuallyClassified Status: ClassifiedBargaining Unit/Union: 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCMEWork Area: CABHH WillmarFLSA Status: NonexemptDesignated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: YesDirect Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.The work you'll do is more than just a job.At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.***** This vacancy may be eligible for a hiring incentive of up to $2,500 *****Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health Hospital (CABHH) in Willmar is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our team in providing rehabilitation and supportive residential services for children, adolescents, and young adults (ages 6-18) with serious behavioral and emotional conditions.Job duties include:Facilitate and lead groups in skill building as well as individual skill building interventions for referred patients to assist with management of psychiatric and substance abuse disorder symptoms and improved functioning level.Implement selected activities and techniques with consideration for patient(s) age-specific needs, ethnic-cultural needs, level of cognitive functioning, level of adaptive functioning, and if relevant, post discharge services patients may receive in the communityObserve and report progress of patients during interventions.Minimum QualificationsTo qualify, applicants must be licensed to practice as an occupational therapy assistant in the state of Minnesota; OR be currently licensed to practice as an occupational therapy assistant in another state and must obtain licensure in Minnesota prior to appointment.In addition, you must satisfy one of the following combinations of education and experience:Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant 2:Have an Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program; ANDAt least 18 months of post-licensure occupational therapy experienceORHave an Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program; ANDCertification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant; ANDAt least 6 months of professional, post-licensure occupational therapy experience.Preferred QualificationsPatient care experience within a mental health or behavioral health setting.Experience working with children and adolescents in a treatment setting.Additional RequirementsTo facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMinnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. Please indicate what assistance is needed.