COTA Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

COTA – Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Position at Prime Healthcare Management located at The Grover at Kirkwood, a senior living community in Kirkwood, MO. We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Occupational Therapy Assistant to join our compassionate team and enhance the daily lives and overall well-being of our residents.

• Assess and evaluate the functional abilities and limitations of residents through comprehensive evaluations, observations, and interviews.
• Develop personalized treatment plans tailored to individual resident needs, goals, and abilities, aiming to enhance independence and quality of life.
• Provide a wide range of evidence‑based therapy interventions to maximize residents' physical, cognitive, and psychosocial functioning.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop holistic care plans for residents, ensuring safety, comfort, and optimal recovery.
• Educate residents, their families, and staff on therapeutic techniques, adaptive equipment, and strategies to maintain independence and reduce dependency.
• Regularly evaluate residents' progress, modify treatment plans as needed, and document outcomes accurately and comprehensively.

• Proven experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, preferably in a geriatric or senior living setting.
• Solid understanding of occupational therapy principles, assessments, and interventions, with expertise in treating seniors.
• Excellent knowledge of common age‑related conditions, such as arthritis, dementia, stroke, and mobility challenges, and ability to adapt therapy plans accordingly.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish rapport with residents, families, and colleagues.
• Compassion, patience, and empathy for working effectively with older adults.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, to clearly articulate therapy plans, progress, and recommendations.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in electronic health record systems.
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.

If you are a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapy Assistant dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity at The Grover at Kirkwood.