Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant at Aspire Living & Learning

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We are Aspire Living & Learning, a non-profit human services agency making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults and children with autism and other disabilities.

Aspire Living & Learning is currently seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to play a vital role in supporting the implementation of occupational therapy services for students with developmental, learning, and sensory challenges. Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT), the COTA helps students build the functional, social, and daily living skills necessary to access their education and fully participate in school life.

55,000-75,000

Schedule: M-F 7a-3p

Salary: $55,000- $75,000

Location: Stamford, CT

Key Responsibilities:

Implementation of Services:

• Carry out individualized therapy activities and interventions as outlined in student IEPs and treatment plans under the supervision of the OT.
• Support students in developing fine motor skills, sensory regulation, visual-motor integration, and self-care abilities.
• Assist with adaptive equipment, classroom tools, and strategies that promote independence and participation.

Collaboration & Integration:

• Work closely with teachers, behavior therapists, and related service providers to integrate therapy strategies into the classroom and daily routines.
• Adapt and prepare classroom materials to meet individual student needs.
• Support positive behavior and engagement through therapeutic strategies.

Documentation & Compliance:

• Collect and document data on student progress, behaviors, and responses to interventions.
• Maintain compliance with school, state, and federal regulations regarding therapy services and student records.

Professionalism & Team Engagement:

• Cultivate a positive and productive workplace atmosphere to enhance team morale and effectiveness.
• Participate in and complete training sessions as delegated by management to enhance skills and knowledge relevant to the role.
• Perform any additional job responsibilities assigned by supervisors or team leaders to support the organization’s smooth operation.
• Accept reassignment as required.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) through NBCOT.
• Active state licensure to practice as a COTA.
• Associate’s degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Experience working with children or adolescents, preferably in an educational or pediatric setting.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Must have satisfactory background checks.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Employees at Aspire enjoy working with a collaborative and dedicated team that values a culture of belonging and care. We take pride in offering a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance - Choose from multiple medical plans, with vision coverage included at no extra cost.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA) options - Use pre-tax dollars for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Lifestyle Spending Accounts with JOON - Monthly funds for wellness, fitness, commuting, childcare, pet care, and more.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match - A 100% match on contributions up to 2% of your salary.
• Generous Paid Time Off - Paid sick, personal, and vacation days, plus holidays.
• Professional Growth Opportunities - Access to training, leadership and management courses, mentorship, and career advancement.
• Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Telehealth Services and more!

If you want to join us in making a difference and positively impact the lives of others while charting your own path of development, then we at the Aspire team would love to hear from you.

Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.