What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) position at Mountain View School District - El Monte?
The job of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), under the direction of a registered Occupational Therapist (OT), was established for the purpose/s of providing direct and consultative occupational therapy services by utilizing specialized equipment and treatment techniques to designated students according to goals contained in an individual educational program (IEP) or 504 plan. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applications with any missing documents not submitted by closing date and time will be disqualified.
Interested applicants must submit the following:
1. Please read the job description prior to applying
2. Application
3. Resume
4. Copy of Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy
5. Valid Occupational Therapy Assistant Certification from the California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT)
6. Valid certification issued by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
7. Valid California driver's license.
8. Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate
9. Two current letters of recommendation (preferably by a Supervisor dated within 12 months)
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills would be:
Experience:
• Any experience working with children
• COTA experience in pediatric setting (fieldwork experience acceptable)
• Experience working collaboratively as member of team and working with families
• School-based experience highly preferred
Education:
Associate’s degree in Occupational Therapy
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Occupational Therapy Assistant Certification from the California Board of Occupational Therapy (CBOT)
Valid certification issued by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT).
Valid California driver's license.
Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency.
Floor-lift 50 pounds and arm-lift 50 pounds.
Salary : $3,665 - $4,178
