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Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Elderwood

Niagara Falls, NYFull-time$22–31/hrPosted 4mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$22–31/hr
Location
Niagara Falls, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) CertificationNew York State COTA CertificationState Department Of Education CertificationAssociate's degree

Job overview

Elderwood is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant. Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) at Elderwood in Wheatfield will deliver skilled therapy treatments, support residents in daily living skills, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to enhance independence and quality of life for each resident.

Key focus areas include Provide skilled occupational therapy treatments, Support residents in improving daily living skills, and Build strong positive relationships with residents.

Successful candidates bring Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Certification, New York State COTA Certification, and State Department Of Education Certification. Important skills include Provide Occupational Therapy Treatments, Support Residents In Improving Daily Living Skills, Build Positive Relationships, Motivating And Encouraging Progress, Observe And Report Resident Performance, and Assist With Modifying Treatment Plans.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Provide Occupational Therapy TreatmentsSupport Residents in Improving Daily Living SkillsBuild Positive RelationshipsMotivating and Encouraging ProgressObserve and Report Resident PerformanceAssist With Modifying Treatment PlansMaintain Accurate DocumentationCollaborate With Interdisciplinary TeamCreate Supportive Therapy EnvironmentCompassionate Approach to CarePatient-Focused Approach to CareCommunicationCollaborationPositive AttitudePassion for Helping Others SucceedPlanning Treatment ProgramsDeveloping Treatment ProgramsCarrying Out Treatment ProgramsCreate Group Therapy ProgramsPrepare Individual ProjectsPresent Individual ProjectsPrepare Group ProjectsPresent Group ProjectsWriting Progress NotesMaintaining Attendance RecordsMaintaining Departmental ReportsEntering Treatment Record in Medical Record ChartTraining Occupational Therapy AidesSupervision of Occupational Therapy AidesTraining StudentsSupervision of StudentsAttending Care Planning MeetingsAttending Family Care Plan Review MeetingsAssisting With Departmental in-Service ProgramsCompleting MDS+ Assessment FormInventories SuppliesKeeping Area in Good OrderDaily Sanitation of EquipmentGenerate Ideas to Improve Quality of CareGenerate Ideas to Increase Job ProductivityDevelop Ideas to Increase Job SatisfactionRelate Well to IndividualsEnjoy Working Within the CommunityTactDiplomacyDevelop Good Relationships With IndividualsDevelop Good Relationships With StaffDevelop Good Relationships With StudentsInspire and Motivate OthersCreate Warm and Accepting ClimateProvide Skilled Occupational Therapy TreatmentsSupport Residents in Improving MobilitySupport Residents in Improving StrengthSupport Residents in Improving CoordinationBuild Positive Relationships With ResidentsMotivating ProgressEncouraging ProgressObserve Resident PerformanceReport Resident PerformanceReport Resident ProgressModify Treatment PlansMaintain Timely DocumentationCreate Safe Therapy EnvironmentCreate Engaging Therapy EnvironmentStrong CommunicationAssists in Planning Treatment ProgramsAssists in Developing Treatment ProgramsAssists in Carrying Out Treatment ProgramsAssists in Planning Treatment ProceduresAssists in Developing Treatment ProceduresWrite Observations of Individual's BehaviorMaintain Attendance RecordsMaintain Departmental ReportsEnter Treatment Record in Medical Record ChartAssists in Training Occupational Therapy AidesAssists in Training StudentsAssists in Supervision of StudentsAttend Care Planning MeetingsAttend Family Care Plan Review MeetingsAssists With Departmental in-Service ProgramsComplete MDS+ Assessment FormKeep Area in Good OrderAttend in-Service Training ProgramsAttend Departmental Meetings

Qualifications

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) CertificationNew York State COTA CertificationState Department of Education CertificationRead, Write, Speak, and Understand the English Language at an Intermediate or More Advanced Level

Full job description

Salary

$22.00 / hr - $31.00 / hr

Overview

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Full-Time

Elderwood at Wheatfield

Looking to make a real impact every day? Join the team at Elderwood at Wheatfield as aCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)and help our residents regain independence, confidence, and quality of life.

Position Overview:

As a COTA, you’ll play a hands-on role in delivering meaningful care. Working under the direction of a licensed Occupational Therapist, you’ll provide skilled therapy treatments designed to help residents improve their ability to perform daily activities and live as independently as possible. Your work will directly contribute to each resident’s progress, comfort, and overall well-being.

What You’ll Do:

  • Provide skilled occupational therapy treatments as developed by the supervising Occupational Therapist

  • Support residents in improving daily living skills, mobility, strength, and coordination

  • Build strong, positive relationships with residents while motivating and encouraging progress

  • Observe and report resident performance and progress to the Occupational Therapist

  • Assist with modifying treatment plans based on resident needs

  • Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with facility standards

  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure the best possible outcomes

  • Help create a supportive, safe, and engaging therapy environment

What We’re Looking For:

  • Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) certification (New York State required)

  • A compassionate, patient-focused approach to care

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • A positive attitude and a passion for helping others succeed

Why Join Elderwood at Wheatfield?

  • Be part of a supportive, team-oriented environment

  • Make a meaningful difference in residents’ daily lives

  • Work in a setting that values quality care and clinical excellence

  • Consistent full-time schedule with opportunities to grow

If you’re someone who brings energy, empathy, and dedication to everything you do, we’d love to have you on our team.

Responsibilities

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant:

  • Assists the Director Occupational Therapy in planning, developing and carrying out treatment programs and procedures for individuals.

  • Helps create group therapy programs which are mentally and physically stimulating to individuals; prepares and presents individual and group projects appropriate for the confused, blind, deaf and physically handicapped person.

  • Writes observations of individual's behavior and progress in Progress Notes.

  • Maintains attendance records and other departmental reports; enters treatment record in Medical Record Chart.

  • Assists Director Occupational Therapy in the training and supervision of Occupational Therapy Aides and students assigned to the facility for clinical experience.

  • Attends Care Planning and Family Care Plan review meetings.

  • Assists with departmental in-service programs upon request.

  • Completes MDS+ assessment form as required.

  • Inventories supplies; assists with keeping area in good order and daily sanitation of equipment.

  • Attends in-service training programs, and departmental meetings as required.

  • Generate and develop ideas, which improve the quality of care for individuals or increase job productivity and satisfaction.

  • Performs other duties as assigned by Director Occupational Therapy.

  • Performs all job duties according to safety rules and practices required for this job position, and as required to ensure the general safety of staff, residents and visitors of this facility.

  • Performs assigned duties according to the service excellence standards and goals established for this job position, and for all staff members of this facility.

Qualifications

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant:

  • State Department of Education Certification and license to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) required.

  • Ability to relate well to individuals and enjoy working within the community.

  • Tact and diplomacy; ability to develop good relationships with individuals, staff and students required.

  • Ability to inspire and motivate others and create a warm and accepting climate.

  • Qualities of maturity, diplomacy, ability to work well with others required.

  • Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.

  • Ability to supervise departmental staff effectively and ensure that high standards of care are maintained.

  • Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.

  • Demonstrated willingness to uphold the vision and mission of the company by following the core values of Integrity, Teamwork, and Passion for Excellence and Reverence for the Individual.

  • This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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Posted Date4 months ago(4/17/2026 8:39 AM)

Requisition ID2026-35358

of Openings1

Area of InterestTherapy

CompanyElderwood

LocationElderwood at Wheatfield

Position TypeRegular Full-Time

Salary$22.00 / hr - $31.00 / hr

Reporting CategoryTherapy

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