Pediatric Occupational Therapy Assistant - Alma School
About The Position
Arbor Therapy is seeking a compassionate and energetic Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) for its Alma School outpatient pediatric clinic. This full-time role provides engaging, evidence-based occupational therapy services to help children build independence and achieve developmental goals. The assistant works under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team that includes occupational and speech-language therapists, physical therapists, therapy assistants, caregivers, and support staff. The clinic offers a collaborative environment with individual treatment rooms, a spacious indoor sensory play gym, and a separate client feeding kitchen. The role includes an average caseload of 6–8 clients per day, paid documentation time, clinical mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement. The active outpatient setting serves children with varied developmental, sensory, physical, behavioral, and communication needs. The position involves frequent standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, bending, reaching, and lifting. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Requirements
- Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
- Active Arizona Occupational Therapy Assistant license in good standing.
- Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain one before employment.
- Current CPR certification or ability to obtain it before employment.
- Passion for working with children and supporting families.
- Strong communication, organization, documentation, and teamwork skills.
Nice To Haves
- Pediatric experience or an interest in early intervention, developmental disabilities, and sensory integration.
- Feeding therapy experience or interest.
- Bilingual English/Spanish candidates are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct pediatric occupational therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist.
- Implement individualized treatment plans designed to support meaningful functional outcomes.
- Deliver engaging, play-based interventions addressing fine motor, sensory processing, self-care, regulation, and developmental skills.
- Monitor client progress and communicate relevant updates to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
- Complete timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation.
- Collaborate with OTs, COTAs, SLPs, SLPAs, PTs, PTAs, caregivers, and other members of the care team.
- Educate and support families through home-program recommendations and ongoing communication.
- Create a positive, compassionate, and welcoming experience for clients and families.
Benefits
- Paid documentation time.
- Clinical mentorship and professional development opportunities.
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary team support.
- Individual treatment rooms, a spacious indoor sensory play gym, and a separate client feeding kitchen.
- Employee-led Culture Committee, appreciation activities, wellness initiatives, team celebrations, and a milestone recognition program.
- Company-provided logo apparel.
- Opportunities for clinical growth and career advancement.
- Competitive medical plan options.
- 100% employer-paid dental and vision coverage.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
- 401(k) with a 3% company contribution.
- Continuing education and professional development support.
- 100% employer-paid EOS Fitness membership.
- Additional compensation for regularly scheduled Saturday hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
