Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Therapy Matters

Location: Chandler, AZ (Onsite Role)

Salary: $65,000 – $75,000

Schedule: Full-Time (Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM; periodic Saturdays, 9 AM–1 PM)

✨ About Therapy Matters

For over 20 years, Therapy Matters has been dedicated to empowering children with developmental delays to thrive at home and in their communities. Our Chandler clinic offers a comprehensive range of services, including occupational, speech, physical, and ABA therapy, alongside home-based offerings like respite, habilitation, and attendant care. Inspired by our founder, Kylee, an Occupational Therapist whose legacy of compassion drives us, we tailor every therapy to unlock each child’s full potential.

At Therapy Matters, we’re more than a clinic—we’re a community committed to making a lasting impact, one child, one family, and one community at a time. Join our growing team and become part of Kylee’s Angels, carrying forward a mission rooted in care, connection, and purpose.

🫵 Growth Opportunity in Healthcare!

Are you passionate about supporting children’s development through occupational therapy? As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at Therapy Matters, you’ll work under the guidance of an experienced Occupational Therapists (OTR/L or OTD) to deliver impactful therapy, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and grow professionally in a supportive environment. This is your chance to make a meaningful difference while advancing your career with a mission-driven organization.

🔑 Key Responsibilities – What You’ll Do

📋 Therapy and Treatment Implementation

• Deliver hands-on occupational therapy sessions under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, focusing on fine motor, sensory processing, and daily living skills for pediatric clients in our Chandler clinic.
• Implement individualized therapy plans that promote independence, engagement, and functional abilities using evidence-based and client-centered approaches.
• Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging therapy environment that fosters growth and confidence.

🤹Skills You Will Use

• Implementing therapy plans and tracking progress for pediatric and neurodiverse clients (e.g., autism).
• Providing direct care with a focus on sensory integration and adaptive techniques.
• Communicating effectively with families, supervising OTs, and multidisciplinary team members.
• Navigating Arizona DDD guidelines and billing processes with accuracy.
• Adapting seamlessly between center-based and occasional in-home therapy settings.
• Supporting team training and contributing to quality assurance efforts.

🩺 Documentation and Support

• Assist in evaluations by gathering data and contributing to assessments of fine motor, sensory, and functional abilities.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation, including session notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries, in compliance with Arizona DDD guidelines and insurance requirements.
• Support billing processes by ensuring accurate documentation for authorizations and claims.

👨 👩 👧 Family and Team Collaboration

• Partner with families to provide education and strategies that support clients’ goals and enhance home-based progress.
• Collaborate with BCBAs, SLPs, PTs, and other team members to deliver holistic, client-centered care.
• Participate in clinical team meetings, sharing insights and supporting interdisciplinary problem-solving.

✅ Professional Standards and Productivity

• Uphold professional, ethical, and facility standards, including safety regulations and clinic policies.
• Maintain active credentials and engage in ongoing continuing education to stay current in the field.
• Manage a realistic caseload that supports work-life balance and high-quality care.

💼 Benefits

✅Competitive Salary: $65,000–$75,000 based on experience.

✅Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401k, and paid sick time.

✅Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement and structured mentoring for professional - - development.

✅Professional Support: CEU reimbursement and access to paid training. Dedicated Scheduling - Team that builds and maintains your caseload so you can focus on Therapy!

✅Modern Tools: Company-provided tablets and streamlined technology for efficient workflows.

✅Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a supportive, multidisciplinary team (ABA, OT, PT, - Speech).

✅Beautiful Facility: Fully equipped, modern Chandler clinic designed for client and clinician - --- success.

✅PAID Progress Reports and No Shows*

📜 Requirements

Education/Experience and Other Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy Assisting from an accredited program.
• Valid Arizona COTA license or eligibility.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a COTA, with 5 years preferred, including significant pediatric and neurodiverse (e.g., autism) experience.
• Familiarity with Arizona DDD guidelines, insurance authorizations, and billing processes.
• Availability to work in our Chandler clinic (Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM; periodic Saturdays, 9 AM–1 PM) with flexibility for occasional in-home visits.
• Warm, engaging personality with a commitment to client-centered, compassionate care.
• Maintain a Level 1 Fingerprint Card/Background Check.
• Current Article 9 and CPR certification.

💙 Why Therapy Matters Exists – and Why It Can Matter to You

Therapy Matters was founded on the vision of Kylee, an Occupational Therapist dedicated to serving children in underserved communities. After her passing in 2012, her husband established Kylee’s Angels to continue her mission of compassion and connection. Today, we honor her legacy by fostering a supportive environment where clinicians thrive, families feel heard, and children flourish through exceptional therapy. If you’re seeking meaningful work with a heartfelt purpose, Therapy Matters is where you can grow and thrive.

➡️ How to Apply

Quick Apply via Linkedin or Email your resume and cover letter to careers@therapymatters.org with “COTA Application” in the subject line. Join Therapy Matters and make a difference—one child at a time!

Therapy Matters is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.