Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant(COTA)

Company: Brockton Area Multi-Services Inc.
Location: Brockton
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

OverviewFull Time: Mon-Fri - flexible scheduleThe Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will be part of a multi-disciplinary team where responsibilities will include implementing IFSP's for infants and young children. A Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will provide training and support to families in center and home base services as well as in group and individual treatment. The BAMSI EI is a public health program that provides therapeutic support to infants and toddlers who have developmental delays or are at risk for such delays. The goal of the program is to help children as soon as possible so they can reach their full potential. Services include speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and skill development. Must be a licensed COTA in the state of MA, pediatric experience or Early Intervention Certification desired. Must possess a valid driver's license in state of residence.BAMSI is a private, non-profit culturally diverse human services organization providing services to adults and children with developmental disabilities, mental illness, behavioral health, and public health needs. We at BAMSI believe that those we serve are capable of amazing things and deserve our best. We support them in their journeys and celebrate their accomplishments along the way.We strive to offer valuable benefits that promote a healthy work/life balance and add value to our employees lives. Our comprehensive benefits include: Generous Time Off Package up to 4 weeks combined vacation, personal and cultural holiday 11 paid holidays up to 2 weeks Sick Time Highly Specialized Paid Trainings including opportunity to earn CEUs Health and Dental Insurance Life, Short Term and Long Term Disability InsuranceA 403B plan with discretionary match Wellness Activities Employee Assistance Program Career Development OpportunitiesAvailable benefits are based on position and scheduled hours.Responsibilities1. Implement IFSP's for infants and young children.2. Participate in multi-disciplinary team.3. Provide center and home base services, group and individual treatment.4. Provide training and support to families.5. Complete reports,record progress and interpret reports to families and other staff members.6. Serve as an advocate for parents and child's frist 766 evaluations when leaving the Early Childhood Intervention program.7. Actively participate in case conferences and in-service education trainings as required.8. Choose appropriate training materials.9. Perform duties consistent with agency/program policies and procedures.10. Execute duties to reflect reasonable safety standards. Standard precautions must be utilized and training obtained in areas that constitute risk.11. Perform other related work duties as needed or as assigned by supervisor or designee.Qualifications Licensed COTA required Pediatric experience and/or Early Intervention Certification desired. Must possess a valid drivers license in state of residence. Must have accurate or correctable auditory and visual abilities to observe children and maintain safety. On an infrequent basis, must be able to respond rapidly to safeguard children during an emergency including thereat of fire, disaster or imminent danger. Emergency response may require running, carrying or lifting children. Must be able to react quickly to prevent injury or harm to a child. On a moderate to frequent basis, must have the agility to move quickly to reach a child who may need assistance. Must be able to stoop, squat, sit or otherwise position self to closely interact with children. Must be able to bend, reach, stretch and participate in playEEOWe at BAMSI appreciate your interest and consideration of roles in our organization. BAMSI is an equal opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, age, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran or military status and regardless of whether the qualified applicants are individuals with disabilities. EEO is the Law Reasonable Accommodations for Applying/Recruitment Reasonable accommodations are adjustments made to remove workplace obstacles for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply for and perform their jobs. Applicants who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, may be eligible for a reasonable accommodation in BAMSIs application and selection process. A request for an accommodation will not affect opportunities for employment within BAMSI. Arrangements can be made if you have a disability that requires an accommodation for completing an application form, interviewing or any part of the employment process. Requesting accommodations, in writing or verbally, can be initiated by a BAMSI employee, qualified applicant, or by someone acting on that persons behalf. Either call 508-484-7171 or, send letter to Talent Acquisition, 15 Christy's Dr Brockton, MA 02301. Note: please do not use these contacts to follow-up on job inquiries.

Keywords: Brockton Area Multi-Services Inc., Brockton , Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant(COTA), Healthcare , Brockton, Massachusetts