Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Join Our Team as a Pediatric as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) 

• 🧸 Program: Early Start & In-Home Program
• 💰 Starting annual income: $83,200.00 (based on experience)
• 🎁 Hiring/Relocation bonus: $10,000 (Full-time) 
• 💼 Full Time & Part-Time hours available 
• 📍 Job Site: On the road (Ventura County)

☀️Organization:
For over 21 years, Amigo Baby has been a leading provider of holistic pediatric therapy in Central California. We are committed to delivering family-centered, individualized services in natural environments, helping to build a strong, supportive community for children in Ventura County and the surrounding areas. With a culturally sensitive, team-based approach, we are proud to be part of "The First Step to a Happy Future" for many local families. We are currently seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our growing multidisciplinary home health agency. We offer both full-time and part-time positions, and proficiency in Spanish is a plus. Learn more about Amigo Baby on Facebook or visit our website at www.amigobaby.com

🧡Mentoring and Training: 
Amigo Baby offers a comprehensive three-week paid training program, pairing you with experienced trainers—an ideal opportunity for new graduates or therapists new to pediatric care. After training, you'll be assigned a mentor for ongoing support with any technical or administrative concerns, ensuring you feel comfortable and confident in your role. We’re dedicated to fostering a nurturing work environment that supports our clinicians’ growth and success, all while making a positive impact in the lives of infants, children, and families.

• High starting compensation 
• Comprehensive Medical and Dental insurance 
• Life insurance and Vision insurance are 100% paid by Amigo Baby. 
• Paid time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance 
• One-week company break during both Summer and Winter 
• 401(k) with employer contribution match of 4% 
• Staff development and mentoring opportunities 
• Flexible work schedule that you manage 
• Paid documentation time 
• Paid travel time 
• Mileage reimbursement 
• Access to unlimited continuing education (CEUs)

✨How You Shine From Others: 

• Active California State License — Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• Current CPR certification 
• Current TB test 
• Current Physical: Must be physically unrestricted for job requirements 
• Desire to work with patients in a home setting 
• Commitment to excellence in your work 
• Pediatric experience is a plus! 
• Bilingual experience is also highly valued!

✅How You'll Succeed Here: 

• Provide individualized therapy using a play-based approach for children aged birth to 3 years, under direction of a supervising OT 
• Support and facilitate each child's progress through developmental milestones, promoting inclusion, and fostering strong caregiver-child relationships 
• Monitor child’s progress and report to supervising OT 
• Educate parents about therapy techniques for practice outside of sessions 
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including child development specialists, speech therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, service coordinators, physicians and family 
• Participate in monthly Reflective Supervision meetings 
• Utilize effective and professional communication skills 
• Submit electronic documentation with signatures on a daily basis 
• Other related duties as assigned