Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
About the role
Care with Heart. Work with Purpose. Join The Senior Community Care of Michigan PACE as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant in Lansing, MI. This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you. Senior Community Care of Michigan PACE is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.
Responsibilities
- Under the direction of the Registered Occupational Therapist (OTR), optimize function and safety among participants to ensure establishment of strong rehab care practice within the Senior Community Care program
- Assist with planning, scheduling, mailing, transporting, filing of documents and coordinating of Occupational Therapy services offered by the department.
- Provides Occupational Therapy to the participants under the direction of the OTR
- Communicates a report on the participants’ progress to the OTR and Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
Requirements
- Graduate from an Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum accredited jointly by the Council on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association
- Is a registered COTA in the state of employment or is eligible for registration in the state
- A minimum of one year’s experience working with a frail or elderly population required
- Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 403(b) with discretionary contribution
- Paid Time Off + Personal Days
- Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
- Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
- Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities
- Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
- A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
- A beautiful, welcoming campus you’ll enjoy coming to each day
- Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
- Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day
Pay
Pay Range: $27.88 - $31.54
Schedule
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-4:30 PM