Certified Occupational Therapist Asst. (COTA

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Are you motivated to teach Participants, families, and caregivers how to enhance independence and safely use adaptive devices?

Do you enjoy being part of a supportive, collaborative care environment where everyone works toward shared goals?

If so, you may be the perfect fit for our One Senior Care family of businesses — including LIFE-NWPA, Mountain View PACE, and Buckeye PACE.

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), you’ll work under the guidance of an Occupational Therapist to provide therapeutic interventions that help participants maintain or regain skills for daily living. You’ll support participants in improving mobility, independence, and overall quality of life across a variety of settings, including our Erie Center, participants’ homes, skilled nursing facilities, and hospitals.

This position is ideal for someone who is precise, patient, and dependable, and who enjoys working at a steady pace with structured routines. You’ll be part of a collaborative, participant-focused team that values accuracy, consistency, and meaningful support.

$25.00 /hr. to start - $26.00 after 90 days

First shift, full-time hours. Specific work hours will be established in consultation with your supervisor.

• 9 Paid Holidays
• PTO starting at 3 weeks + 1 day per year (accrued from date of hire for full-time employees)
• Free Life and AD&D Insurance Plan
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Group Voluntary Term Life Insurance for Employee, Spouses, and Dependents
• Tuition Reimbursement and Paid Training Opportunities
• Retirement Plan with company annual match
• Mileage Reimbursement at annual IRS rate as applicable

• Provide therapeutic interventions and activities in accordance with the participant’s plan of care.
• Recommend adaptive and durable medical equipment to promote independence and safety.
• Document treatments and progress accurately in electronic medical records.
• Provide training and guidance to family members, caregivers, and staff.
• Assist in restorative and wellness programs for participants.
• Deliver care in multiple settings, including the center, participants’ homes, skilled nursing facilities, or hospitals.
• Communicate participant progress and changes to the care team.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with participants, families, and facility staff.
• Follow established protocols and procedures for all treatments and documentation.
• Participate in team discussions and quality improvement initiatives.

Everyone’s journey is unique. Even if you haven’t done it all, your dedication to learning and helping others is what counts. With our training, mentorship, and career development programs, we’ll help you grow and succeed.

• Patient, precise, and comfortable working at a steady, methodical pace
• Values consistency, accuracy, and following established procedures
• Team-oriented and collaborative, with strong communication skills
• Able to prioritize tasks and maintain focus on participant safety and care quality
• CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain after hire — we’ll provide the training!)
• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Active licensure to practice in the state where the COTA resides, or practices required.
• 3 to 5 years of experience working with the frail and elderly population is strongly preferred, but a minimum of 1 year is required.
• Experience with adaptive equipment and therapeutic interventions a plus.

• Requires valid State driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Successful completion of background check, physical, drug screening, TB Screening

• Intermittent periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, and standing, lifting, and bending to provide treatments to participants.
• Must be able to lift, bend, demonstrate, and perform therapeutic interventions as often as participant treatment plans require.
• Must be able to access various departments of a given location.

At One Senior Care, you’ll be part of a compassionate team that makes a tangible difference in seniors’ lives — working together to keep participants safe, healthy, connected, and at home.

One Senior Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required background checks, health and safety screenings, and any clearances required for healthcare programs.