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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

PrairieCare
Mankato, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2025
About Us

Join PrairieCare: Transform Lives Through Meaningful Work!

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career in psychiatric healthcare? At PrairieCare, we are passionate about delivering exceptional mental health services to individuals in need. Our comprehensive approach covers the entire spectrum of care, creating a wealth of diverse roles for those who aspire to make a real impact. We believe in nurturing talent and fostering professional growth in a supportive environment. Here, you won’t just find a job—you’ll discover a fulfilling career path in the mental health field.

If you're eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization and help change lives for the better, we invite you to join our dedicated team at PrairieCare. Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve!

Responsibilities

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey in the world of Occupational Therapy? We are on the lookout for a dynamic and passionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our vibrant team! In this pivotal role, you will be at the forefront of implementing engaging Occupational Therapy services in a group setting, where every day is an opportunity to make a positive impact on our clients' lives.

As a COTA, you will create an interactive and client-centered environment that fosters growth, healing, and connection. You’ll be guided by the Occupational Therapy Standards of Practice and the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics, while also ensuring compliance with facility policies and Joint Commission regulations.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Ignite Engagement: Bring your creativity and enthusiasm to life as you assist in delivering captivating occupational therapy services in a group setting that puts clients at the heart of the experience!
  • Collaborative Spirit: Team up with an incredible group of mental health professionals to provide top-tier, evidence-based mental and psychosocial care. Together, you’ll create a supportive and uplifting atmosphere for our clients.
  • Master De-escalation: Keep your skills finely tuned in effective de-escalation techniques, employing Collaborative Problem Solving ©, therapeutic self, relationship-based care, and trauma-informed care to create a safe and supportive environment.
  • Guided Growth: Work under the supervision of a skilled Occupational Therapist, gaining valuable insights and experience that will enhance your professional journey.
  • Culturally Attuned: Be well-versed in gender, cultural differences, and age-appropriate care, ensuring that every client feels respected and valued.

If you are excited about the opportunity to bring your passion for therapy and your engaging spirit to our team, we want to hear from you! Join us in making a difference, one inspiring session at a time! Your journey to transform lives starts here!

Qualifications

Education:

  • Associate degree required, with certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Current and valid Minnesota state OTA license.

Specific Skills

  • Ability to smoothly and rapidly shift between dissimilar tasks.
  • Possess the skills necessary to communicate well both verbally and in writing.

Compensation for this role ranges from $26.69-$34 per hour depending on education and experience.

We are committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation. An individual’s pay rate within the posted range is determined by several factors, including skills, experience, education, and market conditions. Additionally, we consider internal equity to ensure fairness within our organization.

Benefit Options Include

  • Medical/Dental/Vision
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Paid time off including sick time
  • Voluntary Short term and long-term disability
  • 401K with company match
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Student Loan Repayment

Join Us

Join us in our mission to provide outstanding support and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we assist. Your contributions can help shape the future of our care services—apply today!

We are excited to hear about your interest in this opportunity! If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please feel free to contact me directly, Melissa Frankman, either via email at mfrankman@prairie-care.com or by phone at 612-446-3357. If you need further support, you are also welcome to reach out to our careers and management team at careers@newporthealthcare.com.

PrairieCare Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PrairieCare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

PrairieCare is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process are encouraged to email accommodations@prairiecare.com for assistance.

Salary : $27 - $34

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