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Mercer Manor Rehabilitation

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled Nursing Setting

Pay: $28–$30/hr

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Aledo, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/7/2026

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What they do

An Occupational Therapy Assistant assists occupational therapists to help patients with injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. Helps patients to recover and develop skills need for daily activities. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of an occupational therapist or in a healthcare facility.

$57,338 / year median in Illinois

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant - Skilled Nursing Setting Mercer Manor Rehabilitation - 2.9 Aledo, IL Job Details Full-time $28 - $30 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Continuing education credits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Parental leave Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Treatment plan implementation Activities of daily living (ADL) training Working with geriatric patients Fine motor skill development Rehabilitation devices Mid-level Working with seniors Assisting with ADLs Adaptive equipment application Therapeutic exercise instruction Occupational therapy experience in skilled nursing facilities COTA Working with families Patient progress monitoring Cognitive rehabilitation therapy (CRT) Therapy progress note documentation Full Job Description Mercer Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide hands-on, resident-centered occupational therapy at a leading skilled nursing facility.

Your Daily Impact:

Carry out personalized treatment plans under the supervision of licensed Occupational Therapists, guiding residents in rebuilding skills for self-care, dressing, grooming, eating, and other activities of daily living (ADLs). Lead practical, engaging sessions using adaptive equipment, fine motor exercises, cognitive strategies, and compensatory techniques to enhance function, safety, and confidence. Track and document resident progress, report observations to the supervising OT, educate residents and families on techniques and tools for home success, and adapt activities to meet individual needs; all while fostering positive, empowering relationships. Why Therapists Love Working with

Us:

Work within a collaborative therapy team where your frontline insights and contributions help refine care approaches and influence team decisions. Gain access to continuous training, mentorship, and growth resources to sharpen your expertise in geriatric and long-term care occupational therapy. Feel the profound reward of supporting older adults in regaining meaningful independence and quality of life in skilled nursing, with a consistent full-time schedule in a supportive environment.

Comprehensive Full-Time Benefits:

HealthWellness:

Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans.

Future Planning:

401(k) retirement plan.

Career Growth:

Annual performance reviews with clear opportunities for salary increases and professional advancement.

Continuous Learning:

Dedicated CEU reimbursement to support your ongoing professional development.

FamilySecurity:

Parental leave, short- and long-term disability insurance, and more! If you're a certified COTA who excels in supervised hands-on care, values teamwork in skilled nursing, and is dedicated to ongoing development and resident-focused outcomes, this opportunity is built for you. Excited to discuss how your skills can make a difference? Reach out today!