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Wedgwood Christian Services
Occupational Therapy Assistant (Temporary)
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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.
$60,534 / year median in Michigan
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Please note this is a temporary role for 12-14 weeks (anticipated until January 7, 2027) We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) to provide short-term maternity leave coverage within a residential mental and behavioral health setting serving adolescents. This role supports continuity of care by implementing established occupational therapy interventions that promote emotional regulation, daily functioning, life skills, and engagement in meaningful routines and residential programming. The OTA works under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist and collaborates closely with a multidisciplinary treatment team to support teens with complex emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs. Responsibilities Implement occupational therapy treatment plans as developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist Facilitate individual and group interventions focused on: Emotional regulation and coping skills Daily living and self-care routines Executive functioning and life skills Sensory processing and regulation strategies Support participation in the therapeutic milieu through consistent use of trauma-informed and developmentally appropriate approaches Observe and document client responses, progress, and challenges in accordance with program and regulatory standards Communicate effectively with the supervising OT and interdisciplinary team (clinical, educational, nursing, and direct care staff) Reinforce therapeutic strategies across daily routines to support carryover and consistency Supervision & Support Services delivered under the direction and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist Structured onboarding and transition period prior to the maternity leave Ongoing supervision, consultation, and clinical support throughout the assignment Established programming, documentation systems, and treatment plans in place Qualifications Current Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure in State of Michigan Experience in mental health, behavioral health, pediatrics, residential treatment, or trauma-informed care preferred Strong skills in observation, documentation, communication, and teamwork Ability to build rapport with adolescents and maintain professional boundaries in a residential setting Comfort working within structured routines, safety protocols, and behavioral support frameworks Subscription of the Statement of Faith of Wedgwood Christian Services and agreement with the goals, purposes, and objectives of the agency.