Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
@ Senior Community Care of ColoradoCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
About the job
Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE delivers comprehensive healthcare services to seniors, helping them live independently and thrive in their communities. Located in beautiful Delta County, they promote diversity, growth, and meaningful work for staff dedicated to elder care.
Requirements
- Graduate of accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
- Registered COTA in Colorado or eligible
- One year experience in long-term care preferred
- Experience working with elderly population
- Valid driver’s license
Qualifications
- Licensed or eligible for registration in Colorado
- Experience with frail or elderly individuals
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Compassionate and patient-oriented
Full job description
Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.
Join
Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE
as a
COTA
in Eckert, CO. This is more than a job!
It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact.
As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you.
Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization.
Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.
Hourly Range:
$25 - $31 per hour
Schedule:
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Why You’ll Love It Here
Supportive, caring leadership
that truly values your voice
A positive, team-oriented environment
where you can rely on one another
A beautiful, welcoming campus
you’ll enjoy coming to each day
Opportunities for career growth
and ongoing development
Purpose-driven work
that makes a meaningful difference every day
What We Offer
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
403(b) with discretionary contribution
Paid Time Off + Personal Days
Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities
What You Bring (Requirements)
Graduate from an Occupational Therapy Assistant curriculum accredited jointly by the Council on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association and the American Occupational Therapy Association.
Is a registered COTA in Colorado or is eligible for registration in the state of Colorado.
A minimum of one-year experience as an Occupational Therapist Assistant in a long-term care facility preferred.
A minimum of one year’s experience working with a frail or elderly population required.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
The
COTA
will provide quality ongoing therapy to all participants of the Senior CommUnity Care program. Communicate on an ongoing basis with OTR, participants and staff, the progress of such designed programs. The
COTA
assists the Occupational Therapist with participant related activities and direct participant care. The Assistant keeps department records as per facility policy. Assists in ordering, inventory, distribution and maintenance of durable medical equipment (DME) for participants as needed.
Optimize function and safety among participants to ensure establishment of strong rehab care practice within the Senior CommUnity Care program.
Assist with planning, scheduling, mailing, transporting, filing of documents and coordinating of Occupational Therapy services offered by the department.
Provides Occupational Therapy to the participants under the direction of the OTR.
Assists with the participant care planning process as delegated by the Registered Occupational Therapist.
Performs other duties as required or requested.
About Us
Senior Community Care of Colorado PACE (Eckert)
provides healthcare and supportive services for individuals age 55 and older, helping them live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes and communities. As a
Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)
provider and the first of its kind in Western Colorado, our interdisciplinary teams deliver personalized, comprehensive care tailored to each participant’s needs.
Nestled at the base of Grand Mesa in beautiful Delta County, our location provides a peaceful, small-town setting surrounded by orchards, scenic byways, and easy access to outdoor recreation, local farms, and the charm of nearby communities.
At
VOANS , we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.
Education Preferred
Technical/other training or better in Pre-Occupational Therapy or related field
Licenses & Certifications Required
Drivers License
Preferred
Occupational Therapist
Equal Opportunity Employer
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