Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

About the role

This position is working in our Easterseals Gammon Academy, which is a certified special education school for youth ages 8-21 that have educational disabilities. Student populations range from students with autism and other neurobehavioral challenges to students with mild cognitive impairments and students with social/emotional disabilities. Our school focuses on academic fundamentals as well as the use of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) to help students develop behavioral and social skills. This skill-building occurs in a structured setting, supporting and reinforcing the students’ developing self-confidence and self-esteem.

Responsibilities

• Support students in improving fine motor, visual motor, executive functioning and sensory integration skills.
• Support staff members in use of strategies to support students.
• Administer Occupational Therapy programs as planned with and directed by the IEP and the collaborating Occupational Therapist.
• Collaborate effectively with the supervising OTR, making use of the planned direct supervision and other opportunities for professional partnership.
• Promote education and rehabilitation services and acts as a team member in IEP and treatment planning processes.
• Provide a written and/or illustrated exercise program when appropriate.
• Follow established departmental procedures and observe safety precautions during treatment implementation.
• Build therapeutic relationships with students and maintain an understanding of student plans to support your safety and their treatment.
• Document student progress in the medical record in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of student treatment and equipment charges.
• Complete billing documentation in an accurate and timely manner, per procedure.
• Attend and participate in departmental staff and team meetings, in-service programs and continuing education.
• Support training and development of staff members in the area of Occupational Therapy skills and strategies to support students.
• Aid in the maintenance and organization of the work area and equipment noting safety and serviceable defects.
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
• Maintain dependable attendance, with minimal unplanned absences.
• Show evidence of keeping up with advancements in the rehabilitation field.
• Adhere to the department Policy and Procedure Manual and the AOTA Professional Guidelines.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
• Current NBCOT certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• Current New Hampshire Occupational Therapy Assistant license in good standing
• Ability to meet all state and federal requirements for practice
• CPR certified or eligibility for certification
• Works well as a rehabilitation team member incorporating initiative, good judgement and communication skills, good health and emotional stability
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Pay

$24.04 per hour

Schedule

Full-Time, Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:30pm