What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN position at Home of the Innocents?
We are looking for a compassionate, flexible, and dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - PRN to join our therapy team at Home of the Innocents. If you are seeking a meaningful, impact-driven opportunity to support medically complex children and young adults—while enjoying the flexibility of PRN scheduling—we want you on our team!
A Day in the Life
As a PRN Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will provide high-quality, safety-focused therapy services based on the needs of the KCC. You will work collaboratively with the Occupational Therapist and interdisciplinary team to ensure each resident receives appropriate and timely therapy support.
How This Position Contributes to Our Mission
• Ensures residents receive safe, effective therapy services during times of fluctuating therapeutic needs or staffing gaps.
• Strengthens the care team by providing flexible, high-quality clinical support when needed.
• Enhances family communication and trust by offering clear and compassionate updates during assigned shifts.
• Reinforces trauma-informed, resident-centered care across the KCPCC.
• Helps maintain safety, functional support, and developmental progress for medically complex children and young adults.
Skills and Qualifications
• Associate of Applied Science degree with successful completion of an Occupational Therapy Assistant program required.
• Current NBCOT certification and active Kentucky OTA licensure required.
• At least 1 year of pediatric experience, including clinical rotation experience, required.
• Experience with pediatric tracheostomies, ventilators, assistive technology, and children with multiple disabilities highly preferred.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to interact with children, families, and team members with dignity and professionalism.
• High integrity and commitment to providing excellent customer service.
What You’ll Receive as a Valued PRN Team Member
• Flexible scheduling options
• Supportive interdisciplinary environment
• Paid training opportunities
• Access to organizational resources and development opportunities
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact with Kentucky’s most medically complex pediatric population
Who We Are
Home of the Innocents is a 145-year-old nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of children and families with hope, health, and happiness. As one of only two certified Sanctuary Organizations in Kentucky, we center healing, safety, and trauma-informed practices in everything we do.
Home of the Innocents Impact
- Total service recipients in 2025: 3976
- Campus size: 22 acres located near downtown Louisville
- Residential Treatment Program: Second largest in Kentucky
- Only dedicated emergency shelter in the city
- 10 different programs serving children and families, providing services such as:
- Therapeutic and residential treatment for youth with complex behavioral and emotional needs
- Emergency shelter for children in crisis
- Foster care and adoption support
- Community-based behavioral health programs
- Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center (KCC): Only facility in Kentucky serving medically complex young adults and children, and 1 of only 12 in the nation.