Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) - Eastern Connecticut Health Network

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position reports directly to the Behavioral Health Nurse Manager.Responsible for providing direct clinical services on the Behavioral Health Unit for both adolescents and adults.The incumbent, under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist will be involved in the development and coordination of groups and activities.Accountable for providing individual and group treatment based upon treatment plan and unit needs.In close collaboration with the Occupational Therapist, will ensure that treatment interventions are appropriate, meeting patient’s individual functional status and up-to-date with current discipline practices.Contributes to creating a caring and compassionate environment through ECHN’s core values of respect, teamwork and communication.

May float to other behavioral health units: Adolescent, Older Adult, Dual Diagnosis

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION

• Associate’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from a college with an Accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant Program.


• National Occupational Therapist Assistant Certification and State of Connecticut Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) license required.

EXPERIENCE

• Previous Behavioral Health experience working with adolescents, adults, geriatrics and substance abuse population in an acute care setting preferred.

COMPETENCIES

• Flexibility, creativity, energetic, teamwork and time management skills are required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITES:

Disclaimer: Job descriptions are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position.These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time.