Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

PARS Therapy • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Post-Acute Rehab Solutions is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Home Health Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in Houston, Texas. The role helps individuals develop, recover, or maintain daily living and work skills while addressing physical, mental, or developmental challenges. The COTA provides personalized services to support clients’ participation in everyday activities and independence, using a holistic approach and adapting environments to meet individual needs.

Requirements

• COTA certification is required.
• Proven working experience as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant.
• Excellent knowledge of occupational therapy principles and practices.
• Hands-on experience with computer programs and creative media.
• Familiarity with ADL evaluation tools, such as the Katz ADL Scale and Lawton IADL Scale.
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities.
• Current knowledge of treatment practices within the discipline and a drive to continually learn and grow in the profession.

Nice To Haves

• Home care or rehabilitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Address clients’ performance needs to support engagement in occupations that affect health, well-being, and quality of life.
• Select and adapt occupational therapy treatment models, methods, and approaches for each case to guide interventions.
• Apply interventions to maximize safety and performance in activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).
• Teach clients new ways to approach tasks and break activities into achievable components.
• Assess clients’ homes and other environments and advise on alterations consistent with their needs and capabilities.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and train clients in its use.
• Guide and educate family members and caregivers.
• Observe, document, and report progress toward long- and short-term treatment goals.
• Collect data and document processes followed.
• Regularly follow up with clients.

Benefits

• Multiple major medical plans to choose from, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Spousal insurance.
• 401(k) options.
• PTO.
• Paid training on the job or in the office.
• Internal awards and recognition program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed