Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Company: Amigo Baby, Inc
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant-COTA/L
Program: Early Start & In-Home Program
Starting pay range $85,000.00 based on experience
Hiring/Relocation bonus of $7,000
Full Time & Part-Time hours available
Job Site: On the road (Ventura County, CA)

Organization:
For over 21 years, Amigo Baby has been a leading provider of holistic pediatric therapy in Central California. We are committed to delivering family-centered, individualized services in natural environments, helping to build a strong, supportive community for children in Bakersfield and the surrounding areas. With a culturally sensitive, team-based approach, we are proud to be part of "The First Step to a Happy Future" for many local families.

We are currently seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our growing multidisciplinary home health agency. We offer both Full time and part-time positions, and proficiency in Spanish is a plus.

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Mentoring and Training :
Amigo Baby offers a three-week paid training period where you will be paired with highly experienced trainers. Following this, you will be assigned a mentor who provides ongoing support for any technical or administrative concerns, to help you feel comfortable and confident in your role. Additionally, therapists are encouraged to participate in monthly Reflective Supervision meetings, where they can discuss challenges and develop effective strategies for working with families in their homes.

At Amigo Baby, we strive to create a nurturing work environment that allows our clinicians grow and thrive in their practice, focused on making positive impacts in the lives of infants, children, and families. We value each member of our team and provide a competitive package that includes:
High starting compensation
Comprehensive Medical and Dental insurance
Life insurance and Vision insurance are 100% paid by Amigo Baby.
Paid time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance
One-week company break during both Summer and Winter
401(k) with employer contribution match of 4%
Staff development and mentoring opportunities
Flexible work schedule that you manage
Paid documentation time
Paid travel time
Mileage reimbursement
Access to unlimited continuing education (CEUs)

What Sets You Apart:
Active California state license as a Physical Therapy Assistant (OTA)
Current CPR certification
Current TB test
Current physical examination
Desire to work with patients in a home setting
Commitment to excellence in your work
Pediatric experience is a plus.
Bilingual experience is also highly valued.

How You'll Thrive Here:
Provide individualized speech therapy using a play-based approach for children aged birth to 3 years, under direction of a supervising OT
Support and facilitate each child's progress through developmental milestones, promoting inclusion, and fostering strong caregiver-child relationships
Monitor child's progress and report to supervising OT
Educate parents about speech therapy techniques for practice outside of sessions
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including child development specialists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, service coordinators, physicians and family
Participate in monthly Reflective Supervision meetings
Utilize effective and professional communication skills
Submit electronic documentation with signatures on a daily basis
Other related duties as assigned

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
4 hour shift
8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

License/Certification:
COTA/L (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
Ventura, CA (Ventura County): Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road