Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant; COTA

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

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We are a full‑time, center‑based early intervention Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy program serving children with autism from 18 months to 6 years. Our mission is to deliver high‑quality therapy that supports communication, social, and academic development.

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to provide therapeutic interventions, support patient independence, and enhance quality of life.

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in providing skilled occupational therapy services to patients in settings such as inpatient, outpatient, home health, and schools.
• Implement individualized treatment plans as directed by the supervising OT.
• Educate patients and families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and compensatory strategies.
• Monitor progress, document findings, and report changes to the supervising OT.
• Maintain accurate, timely patient records: notes, progress reports, discharge summaries.
• Collaborate with other health professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and in‑service training.
• Adhere to standards set by the American Occupational Therapy Association and state boards.
• Create a safe, clean working environment.
• Perform administrative tasks as needed to support the therapy department.

• Meet weekly billable hours.
• Provide compassionate, patient‑centered care.
• Maintain high professionalism.
• Collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary team.
• Communicate clearly with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Adapt to changing patient needs.
• Commit to ongoing professional development.
• Adhere to facility policies, HIPAA, and regulatory requirements.

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program.
• Current and active Certified OT Assistant (COTA) licensure in the state(s) of hire.
• Certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• 1 year of experience as a COTA, preferably early intervention or with children with autism.
• Strong clinical reasoning and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry objects as required by the role.
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems.

• Ability to sit, kneel, crawl, squat, run or stand for extended periods.
• Reach and hold objects comfortably.
• Lift 30 pounds.

• Full‑time salaried position: $50 000–$60 000 per year.
• Guaranteed semi‑monthly paycheck.
• Company‑sponsored Dash Pass.
• 18 days of paid time off.
• 9 paid holidays (5 set days + 4 floating).
• CEU assistance and professional development opportunities.
• Medical, HSA, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Short‑term disability (100 % employer‑paid).
• Employee assistance program.
• Term life/APD, critical illness, accident, hospital confinement, and pet insurance.
• Tuition assistance eligibility at 6‑month benchmark.

This position is NOT eligible for visa sponsorship.

Salary: $50 000–$60 000 per year.

Ally Behavior is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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