Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - COTA
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant - COTA
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Job Title: Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Location: Rochester NY
Shifts: Monday-Friday 40 hrs. per week
Position Type: Full-time
About Us: Lifetime Assistance Inc. is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to providing comprehensive support services to individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. With a mission to empower individuals and promote their independence we have proudly served our community since 1978. As the 8th largest employer in Rochester we are committed to building a team of compassionate professionals who share our vision of enhancing the lives of those we serve.
Position Overview: Provides occupational therapy services to residents in the program under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR); provides consultation and any required clinical supervision related to the provision of OT services or other Individual Program Plan (IPP) components for which responsible functioning as an Interdisciplinary Team (IT) member and assuring compliance with all applicable residential standards.
Responsibilities:
- Provides initial and annual occupational therapy assessments if the individuals medical assessment indicates a need and is required by the physician or if requested by the Interdisciplinary Team (IT). These assessments shall follow the format established by the Program and have the approving signature of the supervising Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR).
- Develops goals objectives and methods to address occupational therapy problems or needs and to maximize assets or strengths for inclusion in the individuals IPP with approval of the OTR and in collaboration with relevant IT members.
- Provides occupational therapy services on a regular basis to achieve IPP goals and objectives which are designed to: Preserve and improve gross and fine motor development range of motion strength muscle tone endurance coordination perceptual and sensorimotor skills self-care and daily living skills mobility and B. Prevent to the extent possible progressive disabilities through the use of purposeful activities orthotics and prosthetic devices assistive and adaptive equipment positioning and sensory stimulation. C. Provide and assure integration and coordination of occupational therapy services with the individuals place of Day Program when in his/her best interest and to the fullest extent possible.
- Participates in developing and implementing IPP components which require IT input and responsibility.
- Participates in all individual Initial Annual and Quarterly Reviews as determined by the IT and monthly Team Meetings.
- Fulfills all record keeping and documentation requirements including at least Progress Notes Clinical Record Notes Monthly Summaries and Review Reports.
- Determines needs in collaboration with the OTR and submits requests to the QMRP Coordinator for equipment and supplies necessary to provide occupational therapy services.
- Participates in staff meetings: provides input to program evaluation and development and participates in education and training opportunities as requested.
- Fulfills all Program Individual Coordinator responsibilities for those individuals assigned under the supervision of a QMRP.
- Adheres to all agency and program policies and procedures.
- Performs all other necessary duties relevant to the position as requested by Program Director QMRP Coordinator Occupational Therapist and approved by the Executive Director.
- Advises the QMRP/Occupational Therapist of any obstacles to achieving responsibilities.
Qualifications:
- Licenses and currently registered as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant by the New York State Department of Education. One (1) year of experience working with the developmentally disabled is preferred.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health dental and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off (vacation sick leave)
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee referral bonus of $1500 or $2000 for RNs
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Meaningful and rewarding work experience making a difference in the community
Lifetime Assistance Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Employment Type
Full-Time
