Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant; COTA

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – Job

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
• Date Posted: 1/29/2026
• Location:
  
  Franklin County, PA
• Date Available:
  
  07/01/2026
• Closing Date: 02/20/2026

Student Services - Occupational Therapy Program

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) within the LIU, this position supports the educational environment by providing expert assistance to licensed occupational therapists. The primary responsibility is to implement therapeutic interventions, individualized treatment plans, and activities that promote students’ functional independence and participation in the school setting under the direction of the supervising licensed Occupational Therapist in all tasks and job functions.

• Associate's and/or Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistance
• National Board of Certified Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) certified and Pennsylvania state license as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Experience working with school‑aged children is preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team
• Must be proactive in problem‑solving

Full-time, 188 days

$29.21/hr

• Medical (for a nominal premium), dental and vision insurance. Dental & Vision are at no cost to the employee
• All full‑time support staff receive a $30,000 life insurance policy, at no cost to the employee
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for any employees and eligible dependents. You have the opportunity for 3 free counseling sessions per year, per person
• Short‑term Disability
• Long‑term Disability
• Public School Employees Retirement System (PSERS)
• Paid Time Off (sick days and personal days)
• Access to the Lincoln Health and Wellness Center-an on‑site health clinic located at the New Oxford Central Office and York Learning Center. It is available to employees and their family members (2 years & older) enrolled in the LIU medical plan. There are no copays and/or deductibles for services provided at our health centers. See:  for more information.