A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in a school setting plays a crucial role in supporting students’ well-being and educational success. Here are the key responsibilities of a school COTA:

Assessment and Collaboration:

• Work with students who require therapy services.

• Collect information and assess students’ needs.

• Collaborate with occupational therapists (OTs) to plan and administer treatment programs.

Direct Services:

• Provide direct, group, or consultative school-based services based on individualized education plans (IEPs) or 504 plans.

• Assist with fine motor function, gross motor function, sensory processing, and other functional abilities.

• Modify treatments as needed during sessions.

• Adapt classroom environments and materials to improve student function and access to curricular activities.

Equipment and Materials:

• Assist in procuring, preparing, and maintaining therapy materials and supplies.

• Monitor the use of adaptive equipment and assistive technologies.

Documentation and Communication:

• Document activities, progress, and relevant information.

• Collaborate with educational teams, parents, and other service providers.

• Prepare written materials for communication and reporting.

Professional Growth:

• Participate in professional development activities related to pediatric occupational therapy and special education.

Remember that the COTA works under the direction and supervision of a registered OT and contributes significantly to students’ overall well-being and development within the school environment.

Please review additional details regarding the position below:

• Duration: August 13, 2024 to June 13, 2025

• Location: Saugus Union USD

• Site: TBD (Will be split site assignment)

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7.5 hours per day with a half hour unpaid lunch

• Pay rate: $35-$40 per hour (DOE)

  Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

  *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

  About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.