Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (Cota)

Benefits:

• 4 Weeks Paid Time Off
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Automatic Contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mileage Reimbursement at the federal rate

Shift: Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4:00pm

Location: McKeesport, PA with travel throughout the local communities for home visits (mileage reimbursed)

Summary of Job Duties:

The COTA, under the direction of an Occupational Therapist (according to therapy guidelines), will provide therapy in patient's (age 55+) residences on an ongoing basis in an effort to help regain or maintain their abilities to remain independent with the ADL’s and IADL’s, range of motion, strength and interventions established by a treatment plan.

Required Education: Successful program completion approved by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy.

Required Experience: Minimum of one year working with the frail or elder population.

Required Licensure/Certifications

• Current OTA licensure issued by the state of PA.
• Valid PA Driver’s License

Required Skills

• Able to demonstrate clinical competency with the geriatric population.
• Initiative and resourcefulness.
• Discretion, tact, patience, and good judgment.
• Empathetic and compassionate attitude in caring for the elderly.
• Ability to understand & carry out non-technical verbal & written directions, record messages, & keep records.
• Ability to get along well with others and gain the cooperation of participants
• Physical and emotional ability to carry out assigned tasks
• Routine work involving the personal care and program activities of participants
• Neat appearance
• Proven record of excellent attendance
• Good organizational, time management and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt and be flexible

About us:

Community LIFE is a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly, committed to empowering older adults to remain at home while preserving their dignity, independence and quality of life.

Our program brings the region’s experts in geriatric medicine and care together to work as a team in specialized Day Centers, to help older adults enjoy the highest quality of life possible.

Our professionals are committed to keeping older adults independent, and in their homes. Our wide range of services are designed to meet the varied needs of seniors, and include medical care, social services, meals, activities, transportation and much more.