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Job description
Salary
n$ 31 / hr - $ 40.10 / hr
nOverview
nCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) Help Residents Rediscover Independence. Build a Career With Purpose.
nAtWest Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center, rehabilitation is about more than completing exercises — it's about helping residents regain confidence, independence, and the ability to participate in the activities and routines that matter most to them.
nWe are seeking a compassionate and motivatedCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)to join our rehabilitation team. Working alongside Occupational Therapists and an interdisciplinary care team, you'll provide individualized therapy interventions that support resident goals, promote functional independence, and enhance quality of life.
nWest Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center is a 76-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation community in West Roxbury, Massachusetts, providingShort-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care, along with specialized support includinghospice care and respite care. Our interdisciplinary team provides personalized nursing care, rehabilitation services, and clinical support while creating a welcoming environment centered on resident dignity, comfort, and quality of life.
nAs a COTA, you'll have the opportunity to work with residents across a variety of care needs while collaborating with therapists, nursing, and other healthcare professionals to support meaningful progress and individualized goals. If you're passionate about resident-centered care and want to work in an environment where teamwork, compassion, and clinical excellence are valued, we'd love to welcome you to theWest Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Centerteam.
nWhy Join Our Team?
nAtWest Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center, our rehabilitation professionals play an essential role in helping residents achieve their highest level of independence while maintaining dignity, comfort, and quality of life.
nAs a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you'll have the opportunity to:
nnnBuild meaningful relationships with residents and their families
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nnProvide individualized therapy focused on functional progress and quality of life
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nnWork with both Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care residents
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nnHelp residents regain skills needed for everyday activities and greater independence
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nnCollaborate closely with Occupational Therapists and an interdisciplinary care team
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nnDevelop your clinical skills through continuing education and professional development
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nnMake a meaningful difference in the lives of residents every day
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n nWhat We Offer
nnnCompetitive Compensation
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nnFull Benefits Package: Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
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nnPaid Time Off & Holiday Benefits
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nn401(k) with Employer Match
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nnContinuing Education & Professional Development Opportunities
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nnEmployee Referral Program
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nnOpportunities for Professional Growth
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nnSupportive Interdisciplinary Team Environment
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nnMeaningful Work Supporting Resident Care
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n nJoin a Team That Puts CARE Back Into Healthcare
nAtWest Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center, our values ofPerformance, Integrity, Transparency, Respect, and Communicationguide how we care for our residents and support our team members. Our Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants are more than providers of therapy interventions — they are partners in helping residents rebuild confidence, maintain dignity, regain functional skills, and achieve meaningful goals throughout their rehabilitation journey.
nIf you're looking for a rehabilitation environment where your skills are valued, your contributions are recognized, and your work makes a meaningful impact,we invite you to apply today and become part of the West Roxbury Health & Rehabilitation Center team.
nResponsibilities
nWhat You'll Do
nAs aCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will work under the direction of an Occupational Therapist to provide skilled occupational therapy interventions designed to support resident goals, improve functional abilities, and promote independence.
nCOTA Responsibilities:
nnnProvide skilled occupational therapy treatments according to established plans of care and within the scope of practice
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nnAssist the Occupational Therapist in implementing individualized treatment programs based on resident needs and goals
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nnProvide individual and group therapy interventions as appropriate
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nnHelp residents improve their ability to participate in activities of daily living, including dressing, grooming, eating, toileting, and other functional tasks
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nnAssist residents with improving motor skills, coordination, strength, balance, cognition, and functional abilities
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nnIncorporate meaningful therapeutic activities that support resident goals and encourage independence
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nnMonitor resident response to treatment and communicate progress, concerns, and changes to the Occupational Therapist and appropriate members of the care team
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nnEducate residents, families, and caregivers on therapeutic techniques, safety strategies, and recommendations that support continued progress
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nnParticipate in resident care planning, discharge planning, and interdisciplinary team meetings
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nnComplete accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with state and federal regulations
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nnMaintain treatment records and other required departmental documentation
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nnAssist with recommending and implementing adaptive equipment and compensatory strategies as directed by the Occupational Therapist
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nnMaintain a safe, organized, and positive therapy environment
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nnParticipate in continuing education, in-service training, and departmental meetings
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nnSupport quality improvement initiatives and departmental goals
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nnMaintain resident confidentiality, privacy, and dignity in all interactions
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nnFollow all safety, infection control, and regulatory standards
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nnPerform other duties as assigned
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n nOur COTAs have the opportunity to work with residents experiencing a variety of rehabilitation needs, including:
nnnOrthopedic recovery
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nnNeurological conditions
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nnStroke recovery
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nnCognitive and memory-related challenges
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nnBalance and safety concerns
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nnFunctional decline
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nnADL retraining needs
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nnMobility and coordination challenges
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nnStrength and endurance deficits
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nnLong-Term Care maintenance therapy needs
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nnQuality-of-life and independence-focused goals
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n nQualifications
nWhat We're Looking For
nCertified Occupational Therapy Assistant Qualifications:
nnnGraduation from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program required
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nnCurrent Massachusetts licensure or certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant required
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nnCurrent CPR/BLS certification required
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nnLong-term care, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation experience preferred
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nnExperience working with geriatric and subacute rehabilitation populations preferred
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nnStrong communication and interpersonal skills
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nnAbility to follow individualized treatment plans and work within the established scope of practice
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nnAbility to collaborate effectively with Occupational Therapists, residents, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
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nnStrong organizational and documentation skills
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nnCompassionate, dependable, and resident-focused approach to care
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nnPassion for helping residents achieve meaningful functional goals
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nnAbility to meet applicable state and federal regulatory requirements
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nnThis position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit effective communication with residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.
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n nEOE Statement
nWE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
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nPosted Date1 month ago(9/4/2026 2:43 PM)
nRequisition ID
nof Openings1
nArea of InterestTherapy
nCompanyElderwood
nLocationWest Roxbury Health and Rehabilitation Center
nPosition TypeRegular Full-Time
nSalary$ 31 / hr - $ 40.10 / hr
nReporting CategoryTherapy
Worksite address
west roxbury, MA, 02132, US
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