COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Join our team at the Northeast Center for Rehabilitation and Brain Injury, a one-of-a-kind rehabilitation and community re-entry facility in Lake Katrine, New York, and make a real difference in the lives of individuals with traumatic brain injuries, ventilator care needs, neurobehavioral disorders, and complex medical recovery.

About the Role

As a COTA Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, you will play a crucial role in our multidisciplinary therapy team, working alongside occupational therapists to help residents regain daily living skills and independence. You will assist in evaluating residents' daily living skills and capacities, determining appropriate treatment, and implementing care plans to promote recovery and re-entry into the community.

Responsibilities

• Assist in interviewing residents to evaluate daily living skills and capacities
• Determine appropriate treatment and select activities and exercises based on medical and social history
• Participate in resident assessments (MDS) and care plans, including quarterly and annual reviews
• Assist in scheduling therapy services
• Assist occupational therapists in therapy activities
• Brief residents on procedures involved in occupational therapy and prepare necessary equipment
• Transport residents to and from occupational therapy rooms
• Perform occupational therapy in residents' rooms if necessary
• Reassure residents before and during therapy sessions
• Prepare residents for treatment and administer occupational therapy
• Instruct and supervise residents during therapy
• Design and adapt equipment and living environments
• Teach basic living skills to residents as necessary
• Promote participation in individual and group recreational activities
• Assist residents in ambulatory training
• Recommend modifications and changes in resident therapy treatment

Requirements

• Must possess an Associate's Degree from an accredited program conferring the title of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Certification in Occupational Therapy by the American Occupational Therapy Certification Board
• Must hold a valid state license

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate of $35
• Per Diem schedule with flexible availability
• Opportunity to work with a unique and dynamic team
• Chance to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with complex medical needs

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and dedicated COTA with a passion for making a difference, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and help us rebuild body, mind, and spirit.