Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Who We Are

Ally Behavior is a dynamic, fun, and rewarding place to work that offers superior growth and leadership opportunities in a supportive, engaging environment. We are a full-time, center-based, early intervention Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy program, serving children with autism ranging from 18 months to 6 years of age. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality therapy to help our early learners reach their potential to communicate, improve social skills, and prepare for academic success. The children we serve are at the heart of everything we do and we are passionate about our commitment to having a meaningful impact in the lives of our children and their families. We have a unique and collaborative start-up culture that is driven by our diverse team of professionals and our core values of Serving Others, Treatment Excellence, All One Ally, Resourceful in Finding Solutions, and Striving to Grow. Our comprehensive onboarding and training approach will support and prepare you to provide the best possible therapy to our clients!

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our dynamic healthcare team. The COTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide therapeutic interventions and support to patients to improve their ability to perform daily activities. This role is crucial in helping individuals regain independence and enhance their quality of life.

Job Description

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) will be responsible for implementing treatment plans developed by the Occupational Therapist. This includes direct patient care, documentation, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. The COTA will play a vital role in client skill acquisition and progress.

Job Duties

• Assist the Occupational Therapist in providing skilled occupational therapy services to patients in various settings (e.g., inpatient, outpatient, home health, school).

• Implement individualized treatment plans as directed by the supervising Occupational Therapist.

• Educate patients and their families on therapeutic exercises, adaptive equipment, and compensatory strategies.

• Monitor patient progress, document subjective and objective findings, and report changes in patient status to the supervising OT.

• Maintain accurate and timely patient records, including daily notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries.

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, and physicians, to ensure comprehensive patient care.

• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and in-service training sessions.

• Adhere to all ethical and professional standards set forth by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and relevant state licensure boards.

• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.

• Perform administrative tasks as needed to support the therapy department.

Expectations

• Billable Hours: Meet weekly billable hours requirement.

• Patient-Centered Care: Demonstrate a commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care, prioritizing the needs and goals of each individual.

• Professionalism: Maintain a high level of professionalism in all interactions with patients, families, and colleagues.

• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with the interdisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

• Communication: Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

• Adaptability: Be flexible and adaptable to changing patient needs and work environments.

• Continuing Education: Commit to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning to stay current with best practices in occupational therapy.

• Compliance: Adhere to all facility policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including HIPAA.

Required Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program.

• Current and active Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) licensure in the state(s) of hire.

• Current certification by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• 1 years of experience as a COTA, preferably in early intervention and/or with children with autism.

• Strong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry objects and perform other physical demands of the job.

• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit on the floor, kneel, crawl, squat, run or stand for extended periods of time

• Ability to reach and hold objects

• Ability to lift 30 pounds

Join Our Team

• Full-time salaried position, starting salary $50,000 - $60,000

• Guaranteed semi-monthly paycheck (24)

• Company-sponsored DashPass

• 18 days of paid time off

• 9 paid holidays (5 set days 4 "floating" holidays)

• 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/AD&D Insurance, Critical Illness with Cancer Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Confinement Insurance, and Pet Insurance

• Tuition Assistance eligibility at 6-month benchmark

Note: This position is NOT eligible for Visa sponsorship.

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.

Salary : $50,000 - $60,000