Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Opening Near Sacramento, CA | 2023-24 School Year

Are you a certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) seeking an exciting opportunity to work with students in a school setting? We are currently hiring a dedicated and skilled Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant to join our team at a school near Sacramento, California. If you have a passion for supporting students' occupational therapy needs and a commitment to helping them succeed, we want to hear from you!

Position Details:

• Job Title: Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
• Contract Type: Full-time
• Duration: Full School Year 2023-24
• Location: Near Sacramento, California
• Caseload: K-12

Responsibilities: As a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in our school, you will play a vital role in providing occupational therapy services to students of various grade levels. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with evaluations and assessments to identify students' functional abilities and areas of need.
• Implementing therapeutic interventions and activities under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist to improve students' motor skills, sensory processing, self-care abilities, and overall functional performance.
• Collaborating with the Occupational Therapist, teachers, and other professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans for students.
• Providing support to students during therapy sessions and assisting them in achieving their therapy goals.
• Monitoring students' progress and documenting their performance and outcomes.
• Collaborating with teachers and parents to ensure the integration of occupational therapy strategies into the students' daily routines and educational plans.
• Participating in team meetings and providing input on students' progress and recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Certification as an Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA).
• Valid certification/license to practice as a COTA in California.
• Previous experience working as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, preferably in a school setting.
• Knowledge of pediatric occupational therapy principles and practices.
• Familiarity with IEP process and experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students of different age groups and abilities.

Feel free to contact me with any questions regarding this position, or any other positions you see on the Soliant Health website.

Jake Schenberg
Account Executive | Soliant Health
470.299.1183 | [email protected]