• Occupational Therapy Assistant - ST

    Amergis (Port Hueneme, CA)


    Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – School Setting

     

    Start Date: December 1, 2025

     

    Contract Length: 25 weeks

     

    Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week (AM shift)

     

    Setting: In-person only

    Position Overview

    Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) will provide occupational therapy services to students in a school setting. Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, conducting standardized assessments, collecting data, and maintaining accurate documentation.

    Minimum Requirements

    + Current California COTA license

    + Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program

    + Minimum 1 year of experience as a COTA (school experience preferred)

    + Pediatric experience strongly preferred

    + Current CPR certification (if applicable)

    + TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray (as required)

    + Current health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

    + Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements

    + Must be at least 18 years of age

    Additional Details

    + Openings: 2 positions

    + One serving preschool students at a single site

    + One serving elementary students across 2–3 sites

    + Caseload: TBD

    + Pay Rates:

    + Local Pay Rate: $55/hr

    + Travel Weekly Pay: $2,600

    Responsibilities

    + Deliver occupational therapy services under OT supervision

    + Implement individualized treatment plans

    + Document progress and maintain compliance with professional standards

    + Collaborate with school staff and families

     

    Interested candidates: Apply today and join a supportive team dedicated to helping students succeed!

     

    Benefits

    At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

    + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

    + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

    + 401(k) savings plan

    + Awards and recognition programs

    *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

     

    About Amergis

     

    Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

     

    Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.