Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Per Diem Days •Pay rate starting at $40/hour •UMC has been certified A Great Place to Work for the 7th year in a row! 87% of our teammates say they feel they make a difference in the work that they do at UMC! UMC is currently seeking an COTA for our Bristol Glen Senior Care Community located in Newton, NJ. Bristol Glen, a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), is thoughtfully designed to provide person directed care in a home-like environment to ensure exceptional care and quality of life for our residents. Requirements for a

COTA:

Graduate of an accredited therapy program. 1-2 years of related experience Current Occupational Therapy Assistant state license Responsibilities for a

COTA:

Works under direction of occupational therapists to plan, implement, or administer programs that restore or enhance performance in individuals with functional impairments. Monitors client's performance in therapy activities and provides encouragement. Assists in instructing clients and families in home programs, basic living skills, or the care and use of adaptive equipment. Observes and records clients' progress, attitudes, and behavior and maintains this information in the client's records. Assists occupational therapists with implementing treatment plans. Report to supervisors on patients' progress, attitudes, and behavior. Complies with professional, ethical and legal standards.

About UMC:

Our Mission is: Compassionately serving in community so that all are free to choose abundant life Certified A Great Place to Work for the last 7 years, we continue to grow and innovate to meet the needs of our residents while building upon our rich history of over 115-years of dedication to the communities we serve. Over 80% of our teammates say they feel good about the ways UMC contributes to the community! According to the 2024 Great Place to Work Survey, 87% of our teammates: Feel they make a difference and their work has special meaning Indicate they are able to take time off work when necessary Feel their workplace is physically SAFE ! We offer 4 Full-Service Communities, 5 Affordable Housing Communities and HomeWorks throughout the State of NJ, offering a variety of options from Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Long Term Care, Short Term Rehab, home care and more! Our company culture at UMC is built on our values of Compassion, Respect, Stewardship and Service. Benefits offered by UMC for our

Teammates:

Employer-subsidized Medical and Dental Coverage (eligible at 30-hours per week) 403(b) Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match Daily Overtime Available Employee Assistance Program Tuition Assistance, Professional Development and E-Learning Employee Discount Program Generous Paid Time Off Program Group Life Insurance (No Cost to YOU!) 9 Paid Holidays/Premium Pay when working holidays Free uniform itemsadditional uniform allowances Additional great benefits like Vision coverage, Health Savings Account, Voluntary Life Insuranceso much more! UMC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by laws and regulations.