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Occupational Therapy Assistant; COTA

Job in East Orange, Essex County, New Jersey, 07017, USA
Listing for: Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare
Part Time position
Listed on 2026-02-01
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Occupational Therapy
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 35 - 38 USD Hourly USD 35.00 38.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Overview

Weekly Employee Appreciation Event - “Thankful Thursday”

Rate: $35- $38 per hour

Benefits:

  • Same Day Pay
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • 401K
  • Holiday Pay
  • Paid Time Off
  • Overtime Available
  • Full Time / Part Time and Per Diem
  • Weekly Employee Appreciation Event - “Thankful Thursday”
About Us

At Brookhaven Rehab we are big believers in making coming to work a positive experience and that is why we invest in and give back to our staff. From our weekly “Thankful Thursday” Program to our Monthly Gift Giveaways and various other programs we run there is always something exciting going on.

Join Our team today and have an experience like never before!

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Position Summary

The Occupational Therapy Assistant implements occupational therapy programs and provides occupational therapy treatments to residents to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Registered Occupational Therapist.

Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Responsibilities / Accountabilities
  • Implements resident’s individualized treatment plan as defined by the primary Occupational Therapist;
  • Provides individualized occupational therapy treatments including activities of daily living and range of motion exercises;
  • Performs activities of daily living evaluations under the direction of the Occupational Therapist;
  • Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the Occupational Therapist;
  • Instructs residents, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the occupational therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist;
  • Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each resident;
  • Maintains appropriate and timely resident and non-resident documentation for all residents treated;
  • Attends and contributes to resident care, staffing and other required meetings as a representative of occupational therapy, under the direction of the Occupational Therapist;
  • Cleans, maintains, identifies and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary;
  • Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.
Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Specific Educational / Vocational Requirements
  • Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program certified by the American Occupational Therapy Association. He/she must be certified and/or eligible for certification by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board.
  • Licensed and/or eligible for licensure, as required by the state.
  • Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

    Job Skills
  • Good organizational and time management skills.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Performs Related Duties
  • Interacts with residents, families, visitors and employees.
  • Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required.
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