Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/L)

Job Description

Job Description
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance

Olea Pediatric Therapy is seeking  to hire a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA/L) for an immediate part-time or full-time position. Olea Pediatric Therapy contracts with various ABA facilities in the Twin Cities and is looking for a COTA with experience providing occupational therapy in an ABA setting, or willingness to learn. We are looking for an excellent COTA to join our team who is hard working, self motivated, and organized! The COTA will join a team of 28 established clinicians to offer exceptional assessment, treatment, and team collaboration for children with a variety of disorders, predominantly Autism. This position offers the opportunity to work with a culturally and linguistically diverse group of clients and families.

Qualifications:


  • Associates Degree or higher
  • License to practice occupational therapy from the Minnesota Department of Health.
  • Responsibilities include maintaining a caseload by providing treatment sessions, collaboration with clients' team of caregivers, schools, and other treatment providers, and paperwork including daily notes, plans of care, and re-evaluations. Candidates must have strong skills to work both independently and in collaboration with colleagues.
  • Preferred experience in working with the pediatric population 
  • Preferred experience in working with autistic children
Work Location (hiring for 2 locations)


  • New Hope, Minnesota
Hours
  • Work week is Monday-Friday. Hours are flexible
  • Daily schedules range from 6-10 hour days, based on personal preference 
  • Hiring for Full-time or Part-time
Compensation
  • $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

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