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Occupational Therapy Assistant

Hope Network·East Lansing, Michigan

Part Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 5 hours ago
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About the role

Provide hands-on occupational therapy interventions and implement individualized treatment plans under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to assist individuals with daily living skills, functional mobility, and community integration.

Occupational therapy assistant: Neuro rehabilitation

Make a real impact—help someone build independence while building a career, you’re proud of.

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) provides hands-on occupational therapy services to individuals in Hope Network's Neuro Rehabilitation program. Working under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist (OTR), you'll help individuals improve daily living skills, increase independence, and achieve meaningful rehabilitation goals following neurological, brain, spinal cord, or orthopedic injuries.

  • What you'll do
  • Provide occupational therapy interventions under the direction of an OTR
  • Assist individuals with ADL and IADL training, functional mobility, and community integration
  • Implement individualized treatment plans and monitor progress toward goals
  • Document treatment sessions accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR)
  • Fabricate and monitor adaptive equipment and assistive devices as needed
  • Educate individuals, families, and care teams to support successful outcomes
  • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to deliver person-centered care
  • Supervise rehab aides, direct care staff, and OTA students as assigned
  • What we're looking for
  • Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to helping others reach their highest level of independence
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Collaborative team player with excellent organizational skills
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain accurate documentation
  • Adaptable and committed to providing high-quality, person-centered care

What you bring

Required

  • Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program
  • Current NBCOT certification as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
  • Current Michigan COTA license
  • Ability to obtain and maintain required continuing education for licensure

Preferred

  • One year of experience working with individuals with neurological disorders, brain injury, spinal cord injury, or orthopedic injuries
  • Experience using an electronic medical record (EMR) system
  • Top benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance (may vary based on job status)
  • Virtual Concierge Medical Services
  • 403(b) retirement with company match (up to 3%)
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid training + career growth opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program (mental health + support)
  • Company-paid life insurance

Why Hope Network

Not your average job. Not your average impact.

At Hope Network, you’re not just filling a role—you’re showing up for someone who needs consistency, encouragement, and support. Every day looks different, but one thing stays the same: what you do matters.

Our teams are built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to those we serve. We believe no human is more valuable than the next—and the work you do here truly matters.

Apply today and start making a difference.

Requirements

Requires an associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program and current NBCOT certification. Must hold a current Michigan COTA license and possess strong communication and organizational skills.

  • associate degree
  • Communication
  • Supervision
  • Organizational skills
  • Treatment planning
  • Community integration
  • Patient care
  • Patient education
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Functional mobility
  • EMR documentation
  • Neuro rehabilitation
  • Occupational therapy
  • ADL training
  • IADL training
  • Adaptive equipment fabrication

Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid training
  • Competitive pay
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Scholarship opportunities
  • 403(b) retirement with company match
  • Virtual Concierge Medical Services

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
East Lansing, Michigan
Posted
Jul 28, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Hope Network

Disability? Diagnosis? Doesn’t matter. We are all equally human, and we all deserve to live in a world where we can thrive. WHAT WE DO: We are a Michigan-based non-profit that provides life-changing services that bridge care gaps for 30,000+ people all across our state, every...

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IndustryIndividual and Family Services
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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