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131 Lawrence St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, USA | Hourly | 30.50-34.33 per hour | Full Time, Part Time, Per Diem

| Robust and comprehensive benefits package!

COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Day Shift - Full Time, Part Time & Per Diem with weekend/holiday rotation

$30.50 - $34.33 based on experience

Everything we do at The Wesley Community is guided by our Core Values which form the acronym "CARES" . These Core Values are COMPASSION, ACCOUNTABILITY, RESPECT, EXCELLENCE and SPIRIT. It's more than a job: it's caring that starts in the heart.

What will I do as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for The Wesley Community?

Our Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants work closely with in our in-patient long term care residents and short term rehab patients to restore activities of daily living . A few of the most common duties and responsibilities required of COTA's with us include:

+ Monitoring a patient's progress to make sure that they're successfully completing treatment

+ Encouraging the patient during their recovery process

+ Helping patients to improve their quality of life by finding solutions to their problems

+ Helping injured employees improve their motor skills with the goal of re-entering the workforce

+ Teaching patients with disabilities to become more independent

+ Updating patient records for the Occupational Therapist

+ Keeping the office, treatment room and equipment in good order

+ Teaching patients, family members or other Caregivers skills and techniques to help with the patients' treatment program

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant Requirements:

+ Degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

+ Current New York State COTA Licensure

+ Experience in Subacute and/or Long-Term Care is a plus, though not required.

The Wesley Community strives to have its employees be a part of a culture of excellence and to enjoy their work. Our team is also committed to making sure our employees are rewarded for superior effort and performance and get a chance to have fun as part of their employment experience at The Wesley Community.

We offer competitive and team-focused Employee Benefits to include:

+ Competitive pay + incentive compensation

+ A full benefits package

+ Paid vacation, sick, and personal time

+ Paid Holidays

+ Flexible scheduling options

+ NEW Weekly Pay Periods and Daily Pay Option

+ A 401K retirement plan

+ Tuition assistance and nursing scholarships

+ Opportunities for growth and development

+ A caring and supportive team work environment

+ Perks such as self-care support and on-site prescription fills

+ A fun work environment including theme weeks, recognition events, and opportunities for staff involvement

About the Wesley Community:

For over 50 years, The Wesley Community has provided services and programs with a commitment to compassion, caring and excellence. Our distinctive continuum of care offers a unique balance of community living and care giving that ensures quality of life at every stage of life.

We are a mission driven, not-for-profit organization that puts people first. We are proud of our reputation for excellence, innovation, and a personal approach to care and services. We encourage and support our residents in their efforts to achieve their goals, and we treat them respectfully.