What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) position at Cheshire Home?
ABOUT US :
For over 40 years, Cheshire Home has been helping young adults with spinal cord injuries and neurological impairments regain independence after a traumatic event. We have quickly become New Jersey’s leading provider for short-term rehabilitation. Our 35-bed facility provides an interdisciplinary approach including specialized nursing care, mental health and emotional support, physical and occupational therapies, vocational and education programs, dietary assistance, transportation, recreation trips, parties and so much more. We are the residents’ home while they rehabilitate. We attend to their care and their living space with a personal touch!
Come join our team that empowers people to reclaim their maximum level of independence while celebrating staff success and professional development.
What You Will Do :
- Provide Therapy Services : Collaborate with the Occupational Therapist (OT) to implement individualized treatment plans designed to promote functional independence and improve the overall well-being of patients with spinal cord injury, brain injury, and other neurological conditions.
- Patient Assessment : Gather relevant patient information and assist the Occupational Therapist in developing comprehensive treatment goals based on the patient's specific needs and abilities.
- Treatment Implementation : Administer therapeutic interventions, such as therapeutic exercises, activities of daily living (ADL) training, functional mobility training, and adaptive equipment training, under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
- Collaboration : Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team, including Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Nursing staff, to coordinate patient care and ensure a holistic approach to rehabilitation.
What We Are Seeking :
Why Join Us :
Salary : $30 - $35
