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The Menta Education Group

COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

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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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As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with The Menta Group, you will work with students to help them improve and develop the skills needed for day to day life and work, according to the students' IEP's. Aurora, IL Direct-Hire, ongoing employment Staff Hours 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. M-F, following a 10 Month School Calendar Responsibilities Provide educational direction and support for students at times of confusion, frustration & emotional upset. Assist in developing Develop and update IEP goals and progress reports for student caseload. Provide Occupational Therapy related service minutes and carry out individual treatment plans, as dictated on the IEP. Maintain accurate related service logs updated weekly.

Coordinate and communicate with administrative staff, teachers, and other related service staff as needed or IEP directed. Qualifications COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with IDFPR (or proof of application) Ability to work with students with ED/BD/OHI/Autism/TBI/OHI Compensation & Benefits In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:
Full Time Employee Benefits Overview:
Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match.
For more information visit:
https://menta.com/employee-benefits-full-time/
Compensation Information:
https://menta.com/compensation-arizona-and-illinois/ Please refer to the "Student Services" section for this position's category. About C.O.R.E. Academy At C.O.R.E. Academy (Cultivating an Optimal and Rigorous Education), our devoted and caring staff invests in guiding each child toward the pinnacle of 3-
C Readiness:
College, Career, and Citizenship. C.O.R.E. has educational services designed to cater to developmental milestones and individual learning nuances for each and every one of our students. Within our interactive classrooms, we create a vibrant atmosphere for active learning from K through Post High School. With an unwavering commitment to standing by every child, providing the support and resources they need to overcome challenges, achieve academic success, make a lasting impact on their communities, and unlock their full potential. From the beginning, our mission has been to help shape a society where all youth can be successful.
Students Served:
PK-Age 21 Professional Associations and/or Partnerships The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities. Equal Opportunity Employer The Menta Education Group ("Menta") is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta's office.