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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

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SPG Therapy & Education is seeking a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to provide therapeutic services to children in a dynamic and supportive environment. Join a passionate team focused on empowering children's developmental progress and enjoy flexible working arrangements.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Responsibilities: Deliver therapy and assessment services to children, collaborate with multi-disciplinary team members, and maintain accurate documentation of therapy services.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Skills: Current CA OT License or eligibility, strong interpersonal and technical skills, and ability to establish therapeutic rapport in a child-centered environment.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Qualifications: Passionate about children's development, with fingerprint background clearance and tuberculosis (TB) clearance.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Location: This position is based in Fairfield, CA, with opportunities for flexible schedules and varied job responsibilities.

liETtVLaARqgmMEbYzHNNLIzUPcdfPrwhYtVK7Qa.png Compensation: $54 - $72 / Hourly



Love working with children? SPG Therapy & Education is a specialized pediatric group looking for talented, energetic, and creative occupational therapists to join us! Come be part of a remarkable team that empowers real change in the lives of children and their families! 

Currently hiring for the 2025-2026 school year!

Rate: $54.00-$72.00 per hour, Depending on experience

*Additional compensation for Summer work and year-round placements

WHY CHOOSE US?

SPG truly believes that together we can empower authentic change and help children and their families. 

  • California based, clinician led
  • Our multidisciplinary team provides unparalleled support that can make a powerful impact on your pediatric occupational therapy career. 
  • Easy access to comprehensive team of specialists (PTs, SLPs, BCBAs, Psychs, Ed Specialists, and Mental Health Clinicians) for resources and collaboration
  • We have school-based and pediatric clinics opportunities working with diverse populations. 

As part of our team, you would enjoy:

  • Full-time, part-time, per diem options!
  • Flexible, consistent schedules
  • Opportunity for school-based calendar, summers off!
  • Varied job responsibilities
  • Mentorship and collegial support
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  • Special Interest Groups (SIGS) open to all employees such as Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy Exchange, Augmentative & Alternative Communication/Assistive Technology, and more!

SPG Company Benefits:

  • Robust, competitive compensation packages
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401K with company matching 
  • Student loan pay-down program
  • Professional dues and materials reimbursement
  • Sick/Mental Health/Wellness days

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide direct therapy and assessment services to children in school-based and clinic settings
  • Collaborate with team members, including teachers, and other specialists
  • Maintain thorough and accurate assessment and therapy related documentation 
  • Participate in continuing education training
  • Provide fieldwork supervision as needed

Requirements:

  • Current CA OT License or eligibility 
  • Passionate about helping children reach their potential!
  • Highly developed interpersonal and technical skills for team collaboration, establishing therapeutic rapport in a child centered environment
  • Fingerprint background clearance
  • Tuberculosis (TB) clearance

Refer a friend! $1500 Refer a FT or PT* candidate to SPG Therapy & Education and receive a $1,500 Referral Bonus!

SPG Therapy & Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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We Empower Remarkable Change Together. What began as a single SLP in 1991, SPG Therapy & Education has grown into one of the largest and most respected multidisciplinary providers in California, offering services in speech-language, behavior, occ...

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