Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

New grads welcome to apply!! Willing to train individuals with a passion to learn!!Job Summary:The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant will serve as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, to provide therapeutic recreational and activity services to all patient populations including Special Needs, Adult, Child and Adolescent. Has the ability to use a person-centered, trauma-informed approach that acknowledges the potential for recovery and wellness for every person we serve.Shift details: Full-time 40 hours per weekSchedule: Monday - Friday & 2 weekend days a month with day off during the weekEssential Functions:Develops and conducts group therapyProvides assessment to identify patient needsDocuments pertinent clinical data following groupProvides individual assessment to patients as needed and makes recommendations to treatment team regarding needs for specialized rehab services or for planning for discharge and aftercare support.Participates in maintaining inventory of suppliesAssists in maintaining unit arts supplies and reports issues to the Director.Assists as necessary for projects, reports, and other duties as assigned by supervisorEffective group facilitationKnowledge of psychiatric disorders and their effects on functional capacityKnowledge of therapeutic use of multimedia and expressive arts modalities to support stabilization and rehabilitationUnderstanding of age, socioeconomic, and cultural factors affecting patients' interest and ability to participate in rehabilitation programsAbility to effectively redirect patients and set clear, timely limits on inappropriate behaviorRequirements:Associates degree in occupational therapy from an AOTA-accredited program.Current licensure by the Board of Allied Health Professionals, Commonwealth of Massachusetts.American Occupational Therapy Association membership preferred.IRF and/or LTACH experience preferred.Current Certification in BLS of Adult, Child and Infant.2 - 3years of inpatient/outpatient psychiatric/substance use experience (willing to train individuals with a passion to learn)

Created: 2025-10-02