What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) position at Oak Harbor Public Schools?
Minimum Qualifications
This is a leave replacement position for 8.0 hours per day (plus a 30-minute unpaid lunch period) through February 5, 2027 delivering direct occupational/physical therapy to students with disabilities under the direction of an Occupational/Physical therapist. Direct hands-on intervention is provided per an IEP. Professional/Technical (COTA) pay level begins at $38.66 per hour.
- High school graduation or equivalent and two-year Occupational (or Physical) Therapy Assistant degree from an accredited college
- State of Washington licensure; national certification for occupational or physical therapy
- Experience with Pre-K through high school students with disabilities including ASD and behavioral challenges
- Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, habilitation and rehabilitation techniques
- Knowledge of adaptive equipment, sensory integration techniques, and adaptive aquatics
- Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to Special Education
- Skill in using computer software and operating a variety of office equipment
- Skill in providing therapy, lifting and positioning individuals with disabilities
- Skill in designing adaptive equipment
- Ability to train district staff in range-of-motion and positioning techniques
- Ability to schedule and coordinate activities and maintain student treatment records
- Ability to deal with students with disabilities in a caring and confident manner
- Ability to assist in assessing individual student therapy needs
- Ability to follow instructions as outlined in Individualized Education Programs (IEP's)
- Ability to provide treatment techniques to assist students in meeting stated outcomes
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and parents
- Ability to be flexible, self-directed, and work as a member of a team
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with staff and provide excellent customer service
This is a leave replacement position for 8.0 hours per day (plus a 30-minute unpaid lunch period) through February 5, 2027 delivering direct occupational/physical therapy to students with disabilities under the direction of an Occupational/Physical therapist. Direct hands-on intervention is provided per an IEP. Professional/Technical (COTA) pay level begins at $38.66 per hour.
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