Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Job Description

Job DescriptionJoin our growing team!

Aspire Therapy & Development Services, a leading multidisciplinary pediatric therapy clinic, is seeking a licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping children and families, and desires to work within a supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary team at our Madison and Verona clinics located in beautiful south-central Wisconsin!

We currently have full-time positions available (Monday–Friday, no evenings or weekends), with the opportunity to work at our Madison clinic, our Verona clinic, or possibly a combination of both. Depending on the candidate's expertise, interest, and team needs, this position may also occasionally see clients in the private schools we support. At Aspire, we work as a team, supporting one another in providing the best evidence-based treatment approaches for our clients. We are an organization committed to professionalism, growth, and fun!

Details:

• We are a therapist- and family-owned private practice with a stellar reputation in the community.
• Mentorship is a priority as we match experienced clinicians who collaborate and supervise new clinicians and therapy assistants.
• We look for professional clinicians with a collaborative and mentoring attitude.
• We support you in reaching your professional goals and in exploring your passion areas within the field.
• Because we are a unique, multidisciplinary clinic, you’ll work alongside and learn from experts in ABA, Speech, Occupational, and Physical Therapy.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality, 1:1 direct occupational therapy interventions to children with physical and/or developmental delays.
• Collaborate directly with the supervising Occupational Therapist (OTR) to execute established plans of care.
• Guide children through fun, engaging, and skill-building activities designed to improve skills for daily living, social interaction, sensory regulation, and physical coordination.
• Consult and collaborate with other disciplines across our multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care.
• Provide complete, timely, and professional treatment session notes and clinical documentation.
• Directly support the success, development, and education of our clients and their families.

What We Need From You (Requirements):

• Graduate of an ACOTE-accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license or immediate eligibility for licensure.
• Experience in a pediatric setting or in a clinical rotation is preferred but not required.
• Willingness to grow in your skills and participate in clinical mentorship.
• Dependability and reliability are crucial for our children's success.
• High integrity to work diligently with families and positively engage with children who need your support.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist with client needs.
• Physical ability to perform various postures such as sitting, kneeling, standing, and getting up from the floor as needed for active play and client safety.

Benefits:

• 100% company-paid health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Immediate paid time off (PTO) for vacation and sick time.
• Annual continuing education.
• Excellent work-life balance with no night or weekend hours.
• Reasonable caseloads with high support, mentorship, and a collaborative clinic environment.

To ApplyFor immediate consideration, please submit your resume online or via email to hr@aspirewisconsin.com. We also appreciate hearing about your interest and experiences in a brief message or cover letter along with your resume.