Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – 30 Hours/Week

Maine Veterans’ Homes is seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) to join our Rehabilitation team. This part-time, 30-hour-per-week position provides an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Veterans by helping residents maintain and improve their independence, function, and quality of life.

As a COTA at Maine Veterans’ Homes, you’ll work as part of a collaborative rehabilitation team and provide treatment services under the direction of an Occupational Therapist. You’ll build relationships with residents while helping them work toward their individual goals in a supportive long-term care environment.

Why Join Maine Veterans’ Homes?

• 30 hours per week with a consistent schedule
• Meaningful work serving Veterans and their families
• Collaborative, supportive Rehabilitation team
• Opportunity to work with residents in a skilled nursing, long-term care, and dementia care environment
• MainePERS Pension Plan
• Tapcheck – access your earned wages before payday
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• A mission-driven nonprofit organization with a strong commitment to quality care
• A workplace where Caring for Those Who Served is at the heart of what we do

What You’ll Do

As a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will:

• Provide occupational therapy treatment services according to each resident’s individualized plan of care and under the direction of the Occupational Therapist.
• Follow the resident’s Care Plan and review relevant clinical documentation to ensure appropriate treatment is provided.
• Complete required documentation, including daily notes, progress notes, and discharge summaries, in accordance with Maine requirements.
• Participate in discharge planning and interdisciplinary care.
• Monitor resident needs and communicate changes or concerns to the appropriate members of the care team.
• Promote resident safety, dignity, rights, and independence throughout the delivery of care.
• Work collaboratively with Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Speech Therapists, Rehabilitation Aides, nursing, and other departments.
• Help maintain therapy equipment so it remains clean, safe, and functional.
• Participate in staff education and training as assigned.
• Attend interdisciplinary and Rehabilitation team meetings as needed.
• Maintain required professional licensure and stay current with occupational therapy practices, resources, and regulations.
• Provide compassionate and professional care to residents and interact respectfully with residents, families, visitors, and coworkers.
• Work occasional weekends and holidays as needed to support therapy coverage.

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant program.
• Current State of Maine COTA license.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a long-term care, skilled nursing, residential care, or dementia care environment.

Join a Team That Makes a Difference

At Maine Veterans’ Homes, the work you do matters. Every day, our team members have the opportunity to support Veterans with compassionate, respectful care while helping them live as independently and comfortably as possible.

If you’re a licensed COTA looking for meaningful work with a team that values the people we serve, we’d love to hear from you!