Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) – School Setting Location: San Ysidro, CA Start Date: ASAP (School resumes January 13) Contract Length: Approx. 20 weeks (through end of school year – last day June 10) Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Total Hours: 40 hours per week Pay Rate: Up to $50/hour (local) or $2,260 weekly (travel package available) Work Setting: In-Person Position Overview Under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist, the Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) will provide occupational therapy services to students in a school setting. Responsibilities include delivering treatment interventions, assisting with standardized assessments, and completing required documentation in accordance with district and professional standards. This position is a high-priority opportunity with the San Ysidro School District, one of Amergis’ largest and most successful school accounts. Responsibilities + Provide direct occupational therapy services to students in accordance with treatment plans + Assist with standardized assessments and data collection + Document services and student progress accurately and timely + Collaborate with Occupational Therapists, school staff, and support teams + Support students primarily in elementary grades (K–6) + Manage a caseload of approximately 60–70 students + Work across 2–3 school sites within the district + Focus primarily on treatment delivery (IEP meeting attendance typically not required) Minimum Requirements + Current Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) license/certification in California + Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program + One (1) year of COTA experience preferred + Pediatric or school-based experience preferred + Ability to comply with all relevant professional standards of practice + Current CPR certification, if applicable + Completion of TB screening (questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray) + Current health certificate, per state or contract requirements + Must meet all federal, state, and local employment requirements + Must be 18 years of age or older Additional Details + Assigned through the SELPA, but working onsite in San Ysidro + Bilingual skills helpful but not required + District has an additional COTA on staff for collaboration and support Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.