Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

About the role

Bashor Children’s Home is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our mission-driven team. This position offers a supportive environment where you can make a lasting impact.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy
• Valid Occupational Therapy Assistant Certification from Indiana Board of Occupational Therapy at the time of appointment and must maintain current certification throughout employment in this classification
• Experience working within a school setting. Experience in a pediatric setting a plus
• Able to pass required background checks, physical and drug screen
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement as it relates to organizational development and service delivery
• Working knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and internet usage

Responsibilities

• Provide care and service in a manner consistent with Bashor’s treatment philosophy that is solution-focused, evidence-based, and family/client centered
• Assist in supplementing, enhancing, and extending occupational therapy programs
• Carry out activities designed by OTR to assist with assessment, intervention, treatment, and activities to enhance motor, sensory, self-regulatory, feeding, and other functional abilities
• Assist OTR with screenings, assessments, and occupational therapy services
• Follow and implement documented IEP plans or protocols
• Document student progress toward meeting established objectives and report the information to the OTR
• Absorb and implement behavior management programs for students as designed by certified staff, observe and report significant student behavior, behavioral patterns, and/or other problems to the OTR
• Ensure a safe, secure, and functional work environment by maintaining awareness of issues related to the physical plant
• Plan and deliver in-service programs as needed for direct care staff

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• Generous holiday schedule
• Life insurance and retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• A supportive team culture with a mission-driven focus

Pay

Beginning at $21/hour

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8AM-4:30PM or 8:30AM - 5PM