Job Summary:

Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision, and values. The COTA delivers Occupational Therapy interventions as determined by the Occupational Therapist’s plan of care. The COTA serves as an integral members of the hospital team and strives to create a positive environment that fosters continued development of the child while clinically addressing the patient’s psychiatric needs. The COTA assists the physician and treatment team in identifying pediatric patients who may benefit from Occupational Therapy Interventions in order to meet discharge goals. Services to be delivered both individually and via group interactions

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required:

Education: 

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Skills and Abilities:  1) Ability to communicate effectively with others, 2) Knowledge of child and adolescent social and emotional development. 3) Knowledge of psychiatric illness and the special needs of the pediatric population. 4) Training in Occupational Therapy practices. 

Experience:

One year experience preferred working with individuals in a mental health setting.