What are the responsibilities and job description for the Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) position at Occupational Therapy, Conway?
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) – Flexible / Part-Time to Full-Time
Non-Traditional & Community-Based Setting | All Ages & Abilities
About the Role
Are you an Occupational Therapy Assistant looking to break free from rigid clinical schedules, endless paperwork, and high-volume productivity quotas?
We are seeking a creative, compassionate, and adaptable Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to join our team in a unique, non-traditional community setting. In this role, you’ll work with individuals across the lifespan with diverse physical, cognitive, developmental, and sensory needs. Rather than working solely in a hospital, medical, school, or standard outpatient clinic, you’ll help clients thrive in real-world environments through holistic, functional, and meaningful activities.
We offer flexible scheduling options, ranging from part-time/per diem to full-time hours, making this role ideal for balancing personal commitments, continuing education, or building your ideal workweek.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement Creative Interventions: Carry out individualized plan-of-care goals established by the supervising Occupational Therapist (OTR) using functional, activity-based, and life skills.
- Work Across the Lifespan: Support clients of all ages—from early intervention and youth to adults and seniors—handling varied diagnoses (neurodivergence, physical disabilities, cognitive changes, injury recovery, and sensory processing differences).
- Engage in Community & Experiential Settings: Facilitate individual and group sessions in non-traditional environments (e.g., community centers, life-skills environments. outdoors/nature-based settings, or home and workplace adaptations).
- Track Progress & Collaborate: Maintain clear, timely documentation of client progress and collaborate closely with the supervising OTR, family members, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Promote Independence: Adapt tasks, environments, and assistive technologies to foster maximum autonomy and engagement in daily living activities (ADLs), recreation, and social participation.
Qualifications
- Education & Credentials: Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program; current AR state license/certification as an OTA (or eligible).
- Certifications: NBCOT certification
- Experience: 1 years of experience as an OTA preferred, but creative, adaptable new graduates are encouraged to apply!
- Versatility: Comfortable working with diverse age groups and varying ability levels in non-traditional or community-focused settings.
- Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal communication, active listening, problem-solving skills, and a genuine passion for holistic, client-centered care.
Schedule & Work Options
- Schedule: Flexible options available –Part-Time / Full-Time options depending on availability.
- Hours: Typical work hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 - 4:30 but some flexiblity available.
What We Offer
- Competitive Compensation: Hourly pay rate commensurate with experience.
- Flexible Work-Life Balance: Build a schedule that fits your lifestyle and our needs.
- Supportive Supervision: Regular, collaborative mentoring and supervision with our licensed OTRs.
- Continuing Education: Opportunities for professional development.
How to Apply
If you’re excited to bring therapy into real-life settings and make a meaningful impact across all ages, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume to tinaot63@gmail.com and a brief cover letter describing why you are drawn to the position.
Pay: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $32