Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (East Houston)

PARS Therapy • Houston, TX

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About The Position

PARS Therapy is seeking a dedicated, patient-oriented Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to provide home health services in the East Houston, Texas area. The role supports people with physical, mental, or developmental challenges in developing, recovering, or maintaining daily living and occupational skills. The assistant provides efficient, client-centered services that help clients perform daily activities with confidence and independence, using a holistic perspective and adapting environments to individual needs.

Requirements

• COTA certification 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 in the discipline and willingness to continually learn and grow in the profession.

Nice To Haves

• Home care or rehabilitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Address client 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 help them break activities into achievable components.
• Assess clients’ homes and other environments and advise on alterations suited to their needs and capabilities.
• Recommend adaptive equipment and train clients in its use.
• Guide and educate family members and caregivers.
• Observe, note, and report progress toward short- and long-term treatment goals.
• Collect data and document processes followed.
• Follow up regularly with clients.

Benefits

• Multiple major medical plans to choose from, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Spousal insurance.
• 401(k) options.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Internal awards and recognition program.

What This Job Offers

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