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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
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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
Job Description
Role Details Job Type:
Full-time, On-site Schedule:
Choose between available 4x10 or 5x8 schedules, depending on location and center maturityPay Base Pay:
$70,000.00 - $75,000.00/year per yearBonus:
Annual performance bonus potential up to $3,800, with additional compensation opportunities for achieving clinical certifications What Youll Do Deliver direct pediatric occupational therapy interventions to children ages 26 based on plans of care developed by supervising OTs. Help children build fine and gross motor, sensory processing, feeding, and daily living skills in a center-based setting. Integrate therapy goals into Soars ESDM-informed approach within an early intervention environment. Collaborate closely with RBTs, SLPs, and other clinicians so occupational therapy targets are reinforced throughout each childs day. Partner with families to share progress and provide practical strategies they can use outside of therapy. Support children with autism through naturalistic, engaging, and individualized treatment. Qualifications Graduation from an ACOTE-accredited occupational therapy assistant program. Current state licensure or certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant ( COTA ). Strong interest or experience in pediatric occupational therapy and neurodiversity-affirming care preferred. Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and relationship-building skills, with a strong interest in interdisciplinary pediatric care. Soar Autism Center is committed to diversity and inclusion at all levels. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.Benefits
- Bonuses/Stipends
- Dental Insurance