Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

myPlace Health•East Compton, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), youâll play a meaningful role in helping older adults live with greater independence, dignity, and joy. Working hand-in-hand with a licensed Occupational Therapist and a supportive Interdisciplinary Team (IDT), youâll bring compassion, creativity, and clinical skill to every interactionâwhether itâs in a participantâs home, our day center, or out in the community. At the heart of this role is the opportunity to support the implementation of personalized occupational therapy care plans that focus on what matters most to our participants: safety, mobility, confidence, and the ability to stay connected to daily life. Youâll guide and encourage each individual as they build the functional skills that help them thrive, and youâll share your insights and observations to ensure their care evolves thoughtfully and responsively. This is more than a jobâitâs a chance to be part of a mission-driven team deeply committed to aging with grace and purpose. If youâre someone who finds joy in helping others reach their goals, values teamwork, and wants to make a lasting difference in the lives of older adults, weâd love to welcome you to our community.

Requirements

Foundational Education: An Associateâs degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program, providing you with the tools to support others with care and confidence.
Licensure to Serve: An active and unrestricted COTA license in the state where youâll be making a difference.
Safety First: CPR and First Aid certification (or a willingness to obtain within 60 days of joining us).
Relevant Experience: At least 2 years of hands-on experience delivering occupational therapy servicesâideally in settings like home health, adult day centers, skilled nursing facilities, or PACE programs.
Tools & Techniques Know-How: Familiarity with functional assessments, adaptive equipment, and assistive technologies that help participants stay safe and independent.
Goal-Oriented Practice: Confidence in implementing treatment plans that focus on activities of daily living (ADLs), safety, mobility, and cognitive well-being.
Digital Documentation: Comfort working within electronic medical records (EMR) systems and keeping detailed, timely clinical notes.
Equipment Confidence: Ability to safely operate and guide others in using durable medical equipment (DME) and adaptive tools.
Commitment to Compliance: Awareness of and commitment to following important healthcare standards, including CMS, DHCS, OSHA, and HIPAA.
Adaptability & Grace Under Pressure: A flexible spirit that thrives in a dynamic, participant-centered care environment.
Heartfelt Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skillsâespecially when it comes to partnering with participants, families, and team members.
People Skills: Strong interpersonal presence that makes others feel respected, heard, and supported.
Tech-Savviness: Comfort with basic computer skills, including typing and EMR systems.
Organized & Detail-Oriented: Solid planning, writing, and documentation skills that help ensure thoughtful, seamless care.
Active Listening: A sincere ability to listen deeply and respond with empathyâbecause every voice matters.

Nice To Haves

Serving with Sensitivity: Experience supporting frail, elderly, and/or medically complex individuals is preferred and deeply valued.
Language Skills: Bilingual abilities are a plus and help us better connect with the diverse communities we serve.

Responsibilities

Caring Hands-On Support: Gently guiding participants through occupational therapy treatment plans created by a licensed Occupational Therapist.
Empowering Independence: Helping participants meet their goals for daily livingâlike dressing, mobility, and memoryâso they can live with more confidence and ease.
Attentive Listening & Insight: Observing how participants respond and sharing your thoughtful input to help shape the best care plan possible.
Strength-Building & Encouragement: Uplifting and motivating participants as they regain or maintain the skills that matter most in their daily lives.
Creating Safe Spaces: Helping make home environments safer by identifying fall risks and suggesting supportive tools and equipment.
Sharing Knowledge with Heart: Teaching participants, caregivers, and teammates how to use adaptive tools and therapeutic techniques in a warm, inclusive way.
Adaptability in Care Settings: Delivering compassionate care across our center, homes, and the community while following safety and infection control protocols.
Thoughtful Documentation: Accurately capturing your observations and the participantâs progress in our electronic health recordâbecause every detail matters.
Team Spirit & Collaboration: Participating in daily team huddles to share updates and collaborate on the best possible care for our participants.
Supportive Assessment Participation: Helping gather key information for evaluations that guide personalized care, always with a thoughtful approach.
Helping with Life Transitions: Reinforcing therapy recommendations and preparing caregivers with knowledge and tools for continued support at home.
Keeping Things Running Smoothly: Organizing therapy supplies and equipment, and keeping our rehab areas clean, safe, and welcoming.
Welcoming New Teammates: Supporting the orientation and basic training of new COTAs and staff with patience and enthusiasm.
Always Improving Together: Joining in on quality improvement projects and data collection to make our care even better.
Staying Calm & Ready: Offering support during participant emergencies or incidents, and ensuring things are communicated and documented with care.
Lifelong Learning: Maintaining your COTA license and CPR certification and staying curious through continuing education.
Upholding Trust: Following ethical guidelines and regulations while always honoring participant dignity, privacy, and rights.
Leading with Kindness: Bringing a respectful, professional, and mission-driven attitude to everything you do.
Pitching In as a Team: Offering help wherever itâs needed to support our shared mission and one anotherâbecause weâre better together.