Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Achieve Beyond Pediatric Therapy & Autism Services

$104K — $166K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid NYS OTA License
  • Strong passion for working with children and families
  • Self-motivated team player
  • Demonstrated patience and professionalism
  • Fluency in a second language is advantageous

Responsibilities

  • Provide pediatric therapy services and evaluations in natural settings
  • Educate families on intervention strategies
  • Work in diverse locations like homes, preschools, and clinics
  • Follow and manage therapy plans tailored for children
  • Prepare and submit progress reports
  • Maintain confidentiality and child records according to regulations

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule
  • Access to paperless billing and data collection system with training
  • Support from clinical supervisors and administrative staff
  • Financial educational assistance program
  • Medical, dental, vision, and 401k benefits available
Full Job Description
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants to join our New York City team, to work with children and families. If you are looking for a rewarding and exciting experience, please apply below. We look forward to meeting you!

New York City Location:

Positions are available throughout Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn and Staten Island boroughs.

Come and join a team of passionate therapists providing excellent pediatric therapy. We specialize in conducting evaluations and providing ongoing services in homes, community, and clinic settings. Achieve Beyond is centered around a culture of collaboration and support, to ensure our services are of the highest quality and adhere to our strong ethical standards. We currently offer ABA, Speech, Occupational, Social Work, and Physical therapy as well as Special Education/SEIT services. We serve children and families in the metro New York area (all 5 boroughs of NYC, Hudson Valley, Long Island and Albany), Virginia/DC area, Maryland, New Jersey, Connecticut and Delaware.

Benefits:
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Access provided to our paperless billing and data collection system (training provided).
  • Support from our team of dedicated clinical supervisors and administrative staff.
  • Financial educational assistance program (when applicable).
  • Available benefits include: medical, dental, vision and 401k.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Provide pediatric therapy services and/or evaluations to children aged birth - 21 years in a natural setting.
  • Educate families and caregivers on applicable intervention strategies to facilitate active involvement and carry-over.
  • Work in diverse settings such as client homes, daycare homes/centers, preschools, clinics, and other community settings.
  • Follow the unique therapy plan established for a family/child, plan for ongoing treatment and address identified goals while documenting progress.
  • Prepare progress reports as indicated.
  • Maintain child records and confidentiality of information regarding children and families (in accordance with HIPAA, state and federal regulations). Required records must be submitted within the established timelines.

Requirements:
  • Must have a passion for working with children and families!
  • Valid NYS OTA License
  • Must be self-motivated and a team player who exercises patience and professionalism.
  • Fluency in a language other than English is a plus!

Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to travel to and from assigned cases, including but not limited to: driving a personal vehicle, walking and/or the use of public transportation such as a bus or train.
  • The ability to ascend and descend staircases.
  • The ability to lift 10 pounds regularly.
  • The ability to sit on the floor, kneel and/or crawl for extended periods of time.

$50.00-$80.00 per hour

This job description is subject to change at any time.

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