Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA/L)
About The Position
The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant provides ongoing in-home and in-center therapy for older adults. The role helps participants regain or maintain the abilities needed to remain independent with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), range of motion, strength, and interventions established by a treatment plan from the Occupational Therapist (OT/L). The position is based in Somerset, Pennsylvania and follows a Monday–Friday daylight schedule of 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Mileage is reimbursed at the federal rate. Community LIFE is a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly, committed to empowering older adults to remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence, and quality of life. Its program brings regional geriatric medicine and care experts together as a team in specialized Day Centers. Services include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation, and other support designed to meet seniors’ varied needs.
Requirements
- Successful completion of an OTA/L program approved by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.
- At least one year of experience working with the frail or elderly population.
- Current Occupational Therapy Assistant licensure issued by the state of Pennsylvania.
- Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
- Ability to demonstrate clinical competency with the geriatric population.
- Initiative and resourcefulness.
- Discretion, tact, patience, and good judgment.
- Empathetic and compassionate attitude in caring for older adults.
- Physical and emotional ability to carry out assigned tasks.
- Neat appearance and a proven record of excellent attendance.
- Good organizational, time-management, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to adapt and be flexible.
Responsibilities
- Provide ongoing therapy to older adults in home and center settings.
- Help participants regain or maintain independence with ADLs and IADLs, range of motion, and strength.
- Carry out interventions established by an OT/L’s treatment plan.
- Perform routine work involving participants’ personal care and program activities.
- Understand and carry out non-technical verbal and written directions, record messages, and keep records.
- Gain the cooperation of participants and work effectively with others.
Benefits
- Four weeks of paid time off
- Seven paid holidays
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Automatic contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Daily Pay available
- Mileage reimbursement at the federal rate
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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