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**Facility:** GSS MN Nisswa

**Location:** Nisswa, MN

**Address:** 24090 Smiley Rd Suite 200, Nisswa, MN 56468, USA

**Shift:** 8 Hours - Day Shifts

**Job Schedule:** Full time

**Weekly Hours:** 32.00

**Salary Range:** $24.00 - $38.50

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our Home Health team. This role provides the opportunity to work with a wide variety of clients in their home environment, focusing on functional safety, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs). You will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to help clients maintain independence and achieve their personal goals. Home Health COTA (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant)Full-Time | Monday–Friday | No Weekends or Holidays

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our Home Health team. This role provides the opportunity to work with a wide variety of clients in their home environment, focusing on functional safety, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs). You will work under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist to help clients maintain independence and achieve their personal goals.

Responsibilities:

Provide home-based occupational therapy interventions as directed by the supervising OT

Assist clients with ADLs and IADLs to promote safety, independence, and quality of life

Conduct functional assessments and document progress

Collaborate with the OT, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members

Educate clients and families on adaptive techniques, safety, and equipment use

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

Schedule & Environment:

Full-time, Monday–Friday

No weekends or holidays

Travel to client homes required

Qualifications:

Valid Minnesota COTA license

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently in a home setting

Experience in home health or geriatrics is a plus (optional to keep)

Why Join Us?

Consistent weekday schedule

Meaningful one-on-one client interactions

Supportive and collaborative therapy team

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.

Must be licensed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state(s) of practice.

When working at a Sanford Health Facility (not required but preferred for GSS Facilities): Must also be certified as an Occupational Therapy Assistant through the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT). Conforms to the supervision and licensing standards of the state(s) where services are provided.

When applicable, may require valid driver's license.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.

Benefits

The Good Samaritan offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

The Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [email protected] .

The Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

**Req Number:** R-0243447

**Job Function:** Allied Health

**Featured:** No