Pediatric Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant- Schoolage

Family of Kidz · United States

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) Details about this opportunity: Location: School District placements across Long Island (primary needs in Nassau County, NY) Status: Part-Time, hourly (Full-Time, hourly may also be available) Hours: Monday-Friday, following school calendar (flexible scheduling) Compensation: $50-$85/hour **Please note this is a range. Rates are determined by the service provided, professional experience and license/certifications held. In addition the position posted may be either full-time or part-time, depending on the current caseload which will be discussed during the interview. This arrangement can vary and is subject to change.** What we have to offer YOU:

FULL TIME BENEFITS:

• Generous Paid Time Off (between 25-28 days!)
• 12 Holidays including Winter break 12/25-1/1
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Team Building Events
• Incentive Program

PART TIME BENEFITS:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• Full-Time Opportunities Available
• Team Building events
• Incentive Program

• Collaborate with OTR/L to design and implement creative individual and/or group therapeutic interventions for all children on your caseload.
• Administer and write up occupational therapy re-evaluations.
• Ongoing communication with lead supervisors & coordinators, specifically related to case management.
• Maintain professionalism with families, school teams, and other professionals
• Maintain accurate and timely attendance and billing logs.
• Create and maintain schedules with assigned individual families/school personnel.
• Collects data on each IEP goal and reports on progress quarterly.
• Provide input and attend/teleconference initial CSE meetings and/or annual reviews.

• Passionate to work with children and their families
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong ability to collaborate with various professionals
• Self-starter and independent problem solve
• Excellent time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Sterling values, high integrity, empathetic and considerate
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and dynamic environment
• Flexible thinker with the ability to pivot when necessary
• Must be a team player
• Life-long learner who is committed to personal development

• Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current New York State Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant License (COTA)
• Bilingual is a plus