What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - COTA [$7,500 Sign-On Bonus] position at Whole Kids Co.?
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Colorado Springs, CO | Full-Time
Best of the Springs Award-Winning Team
- 2025 Silver Winner – Pediatric Rehab
- 2026 Bronze Winner – Speech Therapy Services
About Us
Whole Kids Co. is an award-winning interdisciplinary clinic providing Counseling, Autism, and Pediatric Rehab services through a whole-child, trauma-informed approach to care. We're proud to have been recognized as the 2025 Best of the Springs Silver Winner for Pediatric Rehab and the 2026 Bronze Winner for Speech Therapy Services, reflecting our commitment to the children and families we serve.
At Whole Kids Co., you're not just accepting a job—you’re joining a mission. We foster a workplace where clinical excellence, collaboration, professional growth, creativity, and fun go hand in hand. Here, your voice matters, your work has purpose, and you'll be part of a team that lives its values while making a meaningful impact every day.
Compensation
Hourly Pay Range:
$35–$42/hour based on experience, clinical expertise, and qualifications.
Plus:
- Bonus opportunities available for additional earning potential
- $7,500 sign-on bonus
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (full-time employees)
- Paid holidays and clinic closures
- Colorado FAMLI Paid Family & Medical Leave – Take paid, job-protected leave for welcoming a new child (including paternity leave), caring for a loved one, recovering from a serious health condition, or supporting family during qualifying military events.
- Colorado paid sick leave
- Professional licensure renewal fee reimbursement
- CEU reimbursement and continuing education support
- Professional mentorship and career development
- Weekly interdisciplinary collaboration
- CPR and Life Skills training provided
- Supportive, sensory-enriched work environment
- Access to industry-leading software and technology for scheduling, documentation, and collaboration
- Employee referral program
- Fun team events, celebrations, and appreciation activities
Flexibility & Support
- Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance
- Clinical support and collaboration with Occupational Therapists and the interdisciplinary team
- Opportunities to grow your pediatric occupational therapy skills through mentorship, collaboration, and hands-on clinical experience.
- Modern technology including CentralReach, TheraNest, Connect Teams, and ADP to streamline documentation, scheduling, communication, and payroll
- Ongoing mentorship and learning opportunities
Clinic Locations
Choose the location that works best for you:
- North Clinic – 80921
- South Clinic – 80910
What Sets Us Apart
- Practice pediatric occupational therapy in an environment designed for creativity, collaboration, and meaningful connection with children and families.
- Fully Equipped Therapy Spaces — Work in thoughtfully designed pediatric therapy environments featuring sensory tools, therapeutic equipment, and resources that support engaging, individualized care.
- Your work has meaning—every session helps children build skills, confidence, independence, and participation in daily activities.
- Collaborate closely with Occupational Therapists and an interdisciplinary team dedicated to whole-child care.
- A culture built on respect—you’ll be valued as both a clinician and a person.
- Opportunities for continued professional growth and career development.
Position Qualifications
- Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) certification in the state of Colorado.
- Active Colorado licensure (or eligibility to obtain).
- Passion for working with children and families.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Commitment to evidence-based, trauma-informed care.
- Enjoys collaborating within an interdisciplinary team to support whole-child care.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of pediatric therapy.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct therapeutic support to children and youth across developmental stages.
- Implement individualized treatment plans under the direction and supervision of an Occupational Therapist.
- Build rapport and foster engagement through a strengths-based, compassionate approach.
- Communicate effectively with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation and progress notes.
- Collaborate with Occupational Therapists and other clinical team members to support whole-child care.
- Contribute to a positive, team-centered, and collaborative clinic culture.
Join Whole Kids Co. and grow your career with a team that values your expertise, supports your development, and is dedicated to changing lives.
$7,500 Sign-On Bonus: Paid in 30-day installments. Employees who voluntarily leave employment or are terminated for cause before completing 12 months of employment may be required to repay a prorated portion of the bonus. Subject to the terms of the signed Sign-On Bonus Agreement.
Part-Time Status: Part-time BCBAs receive 50% of the CEU allowance and 50% of bonus eligibility. Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance are not available to part-time employees.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $42.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- License reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- COTA (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $35 - $42