School Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Job at Care Options for Kids, Wapato, WA

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  • Care Options for Kids
  • Wapato, WA

Job Description

School Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at Care Options for Kids summary:

As a School-Based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), you collaborate with occupational therapists and school staff to implement individualized therapy plans that support students' physical, cognitive, and emotional development. Your role focuses on enhancing students' ability to engage in daily school activities through therapeutic interventions. This position requires relevant certification, pediatric or school-based experience, strong organizational skills, and effective communication.

School-Based Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA):

  • $35-$45/Hour

Position Summary:

As a school-based Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), you will work closely with Occupational Therapists and school staff to implement individualized therapy plans for students. You will assist in providing therapeutic interventions that enhance students' physical, cognitive, and emotional development, focusing on improving their ability to participate in daily school activities.

Benefits/Compensation:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision - Cigna
  • Life, LTD & STD
  • Supplemental Insurances
  • 401k (once eligible)
  • PTO
  • CEUs
  • Referral program
  • Professional development assistance
  • Discipline-specific mentor
  • Online community of clinicians

Education/License/Certification:

  • Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited school of Occupational Therapy
  • NBCOT Certification for Occupational Therapy Assistant
  • Licensed to practice Occupational Therapy in the state of WA (required upon start date)

Experience/Requirements:

  • Pediatric focus and/or School-Based experience preferred.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize time and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of data and information.
  • Knowledge of therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.
  • Excellent communication – verbal and written, and interpersonal skills.
  • Responsive to requests.
  • Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto liability insurance.
Accepting Applications Through 8/31/2025

Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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Keywords:

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, School-based therapy, Pediatric occupational therapy, Therapeutic interventions, Student development, NBCOT certification, School health services, Physical therapy assistance, Cognitive development support, Emotional development therapy

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