Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Healing Touch LLC is committed to providing comprehensive and inclusive educational services to students of all abilities. We are seeking a skilled compassionate Occupational Therapist and / or Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our team in the school setting for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. As an OT or COTA, you will play a vital role in supporting students'participation and success in the academic environment by addressing their unique sensory, motor, and self-care needs. May include traveling.

• Responsibilities :
• Collaborate with the school's Occupational Therapist to develop and implement individualized treatment plans for students with occupational therapy needs.
• Conduct assessments to identify students'sensory, motor, and self-care challenges and develop goals and interventions based on assessment results.
• Provide direct occupational therapy services to students, both individually and in small groups, within the school setting.
• Assist students in developing and improving their fine motor skills, visual motor skills, sensory processing abilities, and self-care skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other school staff to integrate occupational therapy strategies into the students'daily routines and classroom activities.
• Provide training and support to teachers and staff on strategies to promote sensory regulation, motor development, and independence for students.
• Monitor and document student progress, collecting data and maintaining accurate records to track their development and the effectiveness of interventions.
• Attend and actively participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings and provide input on students'occupational therapy goals and progress.
• Collaborate with the school's multidisciplinary team to ensure a holistic and coordinated approach to student support and intervention.
• Stay updated on the latest research and best practices in the field of occupational therapy, with a focus on school-based interventions and strategies.
• Requirements :
• Associate's degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).
• Experience working with children and adolescents in a school or pediatric setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of sensory processing, motor development, and self-care skills in the school-aged population.
• Familiarity with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the IEP process.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, parents, teachers, and other school staff.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in a school environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying informed about advancements in the field of occupational therapy in the school setting.

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay : $41.00 - $46.00 per hour

Expected hours : 14 35 per week

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License / Certification :

Work Location : In person

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