Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Requirements

/ Qualifications Education and Experience: Associates degree from an ACOTE-accredited program (Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education). Pass COTA certification exam administered by NBCOT (National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy) COTA Certification Must be licensed/certified and in good standing in the state of California.

Or, Bachelor’s Degree in occupational therapy or completion of a college-based occupational therapy assistant certificate program; or required education as designated by the State licensing board or other regulatory agency. Must be licensed/certified and in good standing in the state of California. Must have valid California driver's license and private transportation.

Must posses or obtain valid First Aid and CPR certificates issued by an authorized agency within 30 days of employment. In addition to a complete application, you must submit: Resume Minimum one letter of recommendation that is not older than one year and has a handwritten signature Please remember to add references to your application.

Please submit transcripts/licenses. Incomplete applications and/or applications missing the required documents will not be considered Comments and Other Information Prior to final hiring and placement, the candidate must pass a Pre-Placement Physical Examination paid for by the Newhall School District. The candidate must also receive fingerprint clearance from the California Department of Justice.