Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: BryLin Hospitals

• BUFFALO, NY, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Graduate Degree, Salary Range: $20.65 - $25.71Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Health Care, Join the BryLin Team as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) or a Certified Recreational Therapist! Are you passionate about mental health services and looking to grow in the behavioral health field? BryLin is the place for you! We're dedicated to creating a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can thrive. Full Time- 8:00am-4:00pm with 2 weekend shifts per month required Your Role: As a COTA at BryLin, you will: Address all needs of Therapeutic Assessment. Collect data and make recommendations, including programming/groups. Generate individualized treatment plans for interventions. Participate in a multi-disciplinary treatment team. Hold group sessions and develop plans for group programming. Use formal and informal opportunities to engage patients and reinforce treatment goals and interventions. Recommend individualized patient programming, such as art, music, and yoga, where appropriate. As a Recreational Therapist OR COTA at BryLin Hospital, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the well-being of our patients.

Your responsibilities

Conducting therapeutic assessments and collecting data to inform individualized treatment plans. Developing and implementing recreational therapy interventions to address the unique needs of each patient. Participating actively in multidisciplinary treatment teams to ensure holistic care. Leading group sessions and designing group programming to promote therapeutic outcomes.

Recommending and incorporating alternative therapies such as art, music, yoga, and more into individualized patient programming. Recreational Therapist Requirements: A Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy from an accredited institution. Certification as a Recreational Therapist. OR For a COTA Requirements: Educational Background: Associate degree completed.

Certification: Board Certification with NBCOT. Licensing: NYS Education Dept. License. Apply Today! If you’re dedicated to making a difference in mental health and have the qualifications we’re looking for, we want to hear from you. Join us at BryLin and be a part of a team that values your skills and ambition. Ready to make a positive impact?

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Qualifications

Requirements

Educational Background: Associate degree completed. Certification: Board Certification with NBCOT. Licensing: NYS Education Dept. License.