Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
About The Position
Family of Kidz is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) for school district placements across Long Island, including South Huntington and PatMed. The position is hourly and may be part-time or full-time depending on the current caseload; the arrangement will be discussed during the interview and may change. The schedule is Monday through Friday, following the school calendar, with flexible scheduling. Compensation is $50–$85 per hour, with rates based on the service provided and the candidate’s professional experience and licenses or certifications. The COTA collaborates with an OTR/L to develop and deliver therapeutic interventions for children, manages occupational therapy reevaluations and case-related communication, and coordinates with families and school personnel. The role also includes documenting attendance, billing, and progress toward IEP goals, and participating in CSE meetings or annual reviews. Family of Kidz has supported children with special needs from birth to adulthood since 1998, focusing on understanding each child’s needs and helping them develop skills for greater independence and quality of life. The company states that it provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
- Hold a current New York State Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license.
- Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Be able to collaborate with various professionals.
- Be able to work independently, solve problems, and manage time and organization effectively, with attention to detail.
- Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, empathy, and consideration.
- Be able to function in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt when necessary.
- Be a team player and committed to ongoing personal development.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual ability.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with an OTR/L to design and implement creative individual and/or group therapeutic interventions for children on the caseload.
- Administer and document occupational therapy reevaluations.
- Communicate with lead supervisors and coordinators, particularly regarding case management.
- Maintain professionalism with families, school teams, and other professionals.
- Maintain accurate and timely attendance and billing logs.
- Create and maintain schedules with assigned families and school personnel.
- Collect data on each IEP goal and report progress quarterly.
- Provide input and attend or teleconference initial CSE meetings and/or annual reviews.
Benefits
- Full-time: 25–28 days of paid time off.
- Full-time: 12 holidays, including winter break from December 25 through January 1.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k).
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
- Life insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Referral Program.
- Professional Development Assistance.
- Pet insurance.
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
- Team-building events.
- Incentive Program.
- Part-time employees working 25 or more hours per week may receive medical, dental, vision, FSA, and pet insurance.
- Part-time: paid sick and safe leave consistent with state and local regulations.
- Full-time opportunities may be available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Associate degree
