What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) position at The Talcott Center for Child Development?
The Talcott Center for Child Development in Farmington has an immediate opening for a full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant within our quickly growing Comprehensive Autism Program. Our Comprehensive Autism Program takes a multidisciplinary approach to treating each child. Our day program provides full day, in-clinic treatment for children ages 2-6 years.
This position consists of a dual role for the right COTA to support our Day Program as well as afterschool ABA program. Scheduled hours will consist of Monday-Friday. You will work collaboratively with our Program Director to develop classroom centers and groups to target developmental skills (sensory, fine/gross motor, coordination, regulation). The remainder of the day will include implementing group based intervention within our Day Program - such as feeding groups, creative art programs, sensory motor groups - as well as facilitating treatment throughout the center. In the evening, you would develop group-based interventions for our afterschool ABA program to promote opportunities for social interaction within gross motor, sensory-based, and pretend play activities.
Duties:
- Implement individualized treatment plan under the supervision of an OTR
- Maintain respect and confidentiality for all clients
- Daily documentation of OT sessions
- Developing and implementing group based treatment
- Collaboration with the child's team
- Prepare program materials
- Review and implement consultation/supervision note recommendations
- Communicate appropriately and effectively with colleagues and families
Preferred Requirements:
- Previous experience: 1 year or Early Childhood Experience
- Education: Associates
- OTA certified within CT and through NBCOT
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $22.00 to $26.00 /hour
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Pediatric: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- COTA license (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Farmington, CT 06032 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $26