EI Qualified Personnel - COTA

🌟 Join Our Team as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

• Make a Difference in Early Childhood Development!

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Location:

Providence, RI Reports To:

Clinical Supervisor

• EI Employment Type:

  Full Time
• Monday
• Friday , 8 hour shifts Are you passionate about helping young children reach their developmental potential?

Do you enjoy working directly with families and seeing the real-world impact of your work every day? We are seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our Early Intervention team , supporting infants and toddlers (birth to age three) with developmental delays or medical conditions that may impact development. In this role, you will partner with families, helping them build skills and confidence to support their child s growth in everyday routines and environments. This is a meaningful opportunity to work in a collaborative, family-centered environment where your expertise helps shape the earliest stages of a child s development. 👶 About the Role At Children s Friend , you ll work with infants and toddlers (birth to age three) who have developmental delays or medical conditions. This isn t just a job-it s a chance to partner with families and make a real difference every single day. 💼 What You ll

Do:

Partnering with families to support healthy growth and developmental milestones for infants and toddlers Teaching and modeling developmentally appropriate activities that support goals identified in the child s Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) Planning and delivering family-centered early intervention services for your assigned caseload Maintaining accurate documentation and confidential client records Participating in evaluations, intakes, and IFSP development and review Coordinating services with internal teams, outside providers, and community partners Supporting children and families during transitions out of Early Intervention services Collaborating in team meetings, supervision, and interdisciplinary care planning Meeting established productivity standards for direct services Participating in ongoing professional development and training ✅

What You Bring:

Associate s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program Current COTA licensure Experience working with young children, preferably children with special needs Valid driver s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance Ability to work collaboratively with families and professionals from diverse backgrounds 🌱 Why Join Children s Friend? At Children s Friend, we believe every child deserves a strong start. As part of our team, you ll have the chance to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your efforts matter every day. Children s Friend offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following: Medical Dental and Vision coverage Employer contributions to the 403(b) plan Employer-paid Life and Disability insurance Flex Spending Accounts 12 Holidays Competitive Vacation Benefits Training and Professional Development Education Assistance Student Loan Repayment Assistance 🔒 Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to equity and diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at talent@cfsri.org .