Occupational Therapy Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA/L) – Pediatric Outpatient Clinic

Reports To:

Licensed O.T.R/L

Licensed Occupational Therapist Assistant (C.O.T.A)

Location:

Sensory Playground Therapy

Marlboro (Englishtown) N.J.

07726

Position Summary:

The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) provides high-quality, evidence-based therapy services to children in an outpatient pediatric clinic under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist. The COTA assists in implementing individualized treatment plans to help children develop the fine motor, emotional regulation skills, sensory processing, and self-care skills needed for independence and success in daily life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out treatment plans established by the supervising Occupational Therapist to address developmental, sensory, and functional goals.
• Conduct individual and small-group therapy sessions focusing on areas such as fine motor coordination, handwriting, sensory integration, self-care, and play skills.
• Observe, record, and report patient progress and responses to treatment to the supervising OT.
• Collaborate with OTs, speech and physical therapists, ABA, and other team members to provide coordinated, holistic care.
• Educate parents and caregivers on strategies, home exercise programs, and adaptive techniques to support progress outside of therapy sessions.
• Report in a professional, precise manner to multiple parents per shift at end of therapy sessions.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with clinic, insurance, and regulatory standards.
• Assist with maintaining therapy equipment, supplies, and cleanliness of the treatment environment.
• Participate in team meetings, continuing education, and professional development activities.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current certification from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
• Current and valid state OTA license.
• Minimum 1 year of pediatric experience preferred (clinic or school-based).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to engage with children and families.
• Knowledge of pediatric developmental milestones, sensory integration, and play-based interventions.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Work Environment:

• Outpatient pediatric clinic setting.
• Frequent interaction with children ages birth to 18 with developmental, neurological, and sensory needs.
• Requires physical activity such as lifting, positioning, and assisting children in therapy activities.
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on family-centered care.
• Ability to multitask, organize small groups, supervise OT students during shift, flexibility a must in our sensory dynamic clinic environment.
• Work with various sensory equipment, sensory gyms.
• Ability to work in busy work environment, supervise small groups and ensure the safety of our clients.

Schedule & Benefits:

• [Weekday after-noon hours 3- 7 choice of days Including (Monday through Thursday)
• 1-2 WEEKS PTO

Pediatric Sensory Clinic

Company Description

Pediatric Sensory Clinic