Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

JobID: 4376 Position Type: Support Staff/Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Date Posted: 1/29/2026 Location: Franklin County, PA Date Available: 07/01/2026 Closing Date: 02/09/2026 Program: Student Services - Occupational Therapy Program Description: As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) within the LIU, this position is vital in supporting the educational environment by providing expert assistance to licensed occupational therapists. The primary responsibility is to implement therapeutic interventions, individualized treatment plans, and activities that promote students' functional independence and participation in the school setting under the direction of the supervising licensed Occupational Therapist in all tasks and job functions. Qualifications: Associate's and/or Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistance National Board of Certified Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certified and Pennsylvania state license as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Experience working with school-aged children is preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team Must be proactive in problem-solving Terms: Full-time, 188 days Salary: $29.21/hr The LIU offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, including: Medical (for a nominal premium), dental and vision insurance. Dental & Vision are at no cost to the employee All full-time support staff receive a $30,000 life insurance policy, at no cost to the employee. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for any employees and eligible dependents. You have the opportunity for 3 free counseling sessions per year, per person. Short-term Disability Long-term Disability Public School Employees Retirement System (PSERS) Paid Time Off (sick days and personal days) Access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center - an on-site health clinic located at the New Oxford Central Office and York Learning Center. It is available to employees and their family members (2 years & older) enrolled in the LIU medical plan. There are no copays and/or deductibles for services provided at our health centers. See: https://www.lincolnhwc.com/ for more information.