Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
About The Position
The LifeWorks School is hiring for a full-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to support our school in Doylestown, PA for the 2026-2027 academic school year. This position supports students in overcoming challenges in daily activities. The LifeWorks Schools are licensed specialty therapeutic day schools for students in middle and high school effected by social, emotional, or behavioral health challenges. LifeWorks’ comprehensive educational curriculum is individualized and designed to actively engage each student throughout the day to achieve positive, pro-social behavioral and educational outcomes. Our unique balance of academic rigor and a continuum of evidence based educational/therapeutic supports make LifeWorks the regional provider of choice.
Requirements
- PA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license
- Minimum of Associates Degree
Nice To Haves
- Previous COTA experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Promote independence in activities of daily living (including dressing and feeding) through problem solving, suggesting adaptations and observation of the student.
- Observe, problem solve and suggest positioning techniques to enhance educational participation and maximize function.
- Consult and assist classroom staff through gathering and sharing information at team meetings when requested.
- Discuss and exchange information about the students assigned with the occupational therapist.
- Utilize task analysis to suggest techniques to the educational team with regard to feeding, activities of daily living, pre-writing, pre-cutting, and other skills needed for school performance.
- Implement the individualized/small group therapeutic program prescribed by the occupational therapist based on goals and objectives.
- Collaborate with colleagues and parents in order to share information and expertise to plan and implement effective student programs.
- Assist occupational therapist in determining extent to which goals and objectives are being met by collecting and maintaining data on individual student goals.
- Assist therapist in formulating new goals based on data analysis.
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
