Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant [COTA]

Under the guidance and supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) provides practical, person-centered occupational therapy services that help participants strengthen safety, independence, and meaningful participation in daily life. This role is distinct from many inpatient COTA positions: participants are primarily in the post-acute phase of recovery and receive services in the office, their apartments, and community settings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the supervising OT with screenings, assessments, treatment planning, and the delivery of occupational therapy services within the COTA scope of practice.
• Provide interventions addressing activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, functional cognition, vocational and educational goals, and community-living skills.
• Help participants further develop practical skills for semi-independent living, including household management, time organization, meal planning and preparation, nutrition, shopping, budgeting, scheduling, and use of community resources.
• Teach and reinforce routines, visual supports, checklists, compensatory strategies, and other tools that promote consistency, safety, and independence.
• Develop and facilitate therapeutic, social, leisure, or skill-building groups as assigned.
• Accompany participants on community outings or to appointments when clinically appropriate.
• Monitor participant performance and progress, communicate observations and concerns to the supervising OT, and collaborate with members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Complete timely and accurate documentation of services, participant response, progress, and relevant recommendations.
• Follow organizational procedures, professional standards, HIPAA requirements, and established safety and reporting expectations.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited occupational therapy assistant program.
• Current and unrestricted license to practice as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the State of Michigan.
• One to two years of clinical experience preferred.
• Experience working with adults with traumatic brain injury, acquired brain injury, neurological conditions, cognitive impairment, behavioral health needs, or other complex disabilities preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
• Willingness to travel locally between the office, participant apartments, appointments, and community locations as needed.

Essential Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach and the ability to work effectively under OT supervision.
• Strong organization, time-management, problem-solving, and follow-through skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Empathy, patience, flexibility, and respect for participant choice and autonomy.
• Comfort using electronic health records and other digital platforms used in service delivery.

Position Details

· Part-time position

· Flexible schedule based on participant and program needs

· Competitive hourly rate based on experience

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