Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

MSD of Decatur Township is currently seeking a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) to join our Special Education team. The COTA will work under the direct supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OT) or supervisor onsite. Their main responsibilities will involve developing and executing interventions geared toward overcoming educational barriers for students with physical, emotional, and/or intellectual disabilities. The caseload will be determined accordingly.

Responsibilities

• These roles focus on helping students develop the motor and functional skills needed for academic success
• Assess students' abilities and develop individualized therapy plans
• Collaborate with educators, parents, and school staff to implement interventions
• Track progress, document sessions, and adjust strategies as needed
• Deliver therapy sessions as outlined by the OT
• Support students in improving motor and functional skills
• Maintain records and provide updates on student progress

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) setting
• Preference for candidates with prior experience in a school environment
• Must hold an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy
• Valid Indiana COTA certification license is required

It is the policy of the MSD Decatur Township not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in its programs or employment policies as required by the Indiana Civil Rights Act (I.C. 22-9.1), Title VI and VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX (Educational Amendments), and Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973).

Comprehensive benefit package.