OT Assistant, Certified COTA

About Sholom

Sholom is a mission-driven nonprofit senior care provider in the Twin Cities, offering a full continuum of services—from independent living and assisted living to memory care, hospice, home care, and more. Our vibrant, values-based culture is built on Care, Compassion, and Community. With more than a century of service, we’re dedicated to improving lives, fostering connection, and being a trusted resource. Everyone is welcome here, and everyone matters. If you’re looking for more than a job—and want to find purpose, career growth, and community—Sholom is where you belong. Apply today and start making a difference.

Responsibilities

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) performs a variety of therapy procedures and treatments under the direction of the Occupational Therapist, Registered (OTR); assisting clients to improve their ability to perform daily living tasks, basic motor functions and cognitive ability.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited school in Occupational Therapy Assistant required.
• One or more years experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant working with a geriatric population preferred.
• Must be registered and licensed with the State of Minnesota as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant and must maintain licensure.
• CPR/First Aid certified through American Red Cross required.
• For Hospice and Medicare Home Care: possesses a valid driver’s license with good driving record, and proof of valid insurance; must have reliable transportation.

Pay

Wage: $27.00‑$31.50 per hour. Pay rate within the posted range may be determined by skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions; the organization prioritizes pay equity and internal team equity when making offers. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. Shift and/or other differentials may be available to increase pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Schedule

Full time. Monday‑Friday and one Sunday every 8 weeks.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Hospital, Accident and Critical Illness Insurances
• Competitive Paid Time off, Sick and Safe Time and Paid Holidays
• Educational Resources: Tuition Assistance Program and SNF RN/LPN Student Loan Reimbursement, Education discounts with local Universities and support navigating Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness and MN Long Term Care Nurse Forgiveness Programs
• Additional Benefits and Perks: Gym memberships and discounts, Krupp Loan and/or Advance Programs, Employee Assistance Programs, Learn to Live Mental Health Resources, Cell Phone discounts, Movie discounts and much more