Disciplines / COTA
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
COTAs deliver occupational therapy interventions under OT supervision across pediatric, school and rehabilitation caseloads.
- Advertised pay
- $28/hr – $42/hr
- Credential
- State licensure; NBCOT certification (COTA)
- Live roles
- None open today
What is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA), and what does the role pay?
What the role does
- Deliver treatment to the OT's plan of care
- Document sessions and progress
- Adapt activities and prepare sensory environments
- Support equipment training
Credential and route in
State licensure; NBCOT certification (COTA) · NBCOT and state licensing boards
- 1Associate degree from an ACOTE-accredited OTA program
- 2Fieldwork placements
- 3Pass the NBCOT COTA examination
- 4State licensure
Advertised pay
| Career stage | Advertised pay | What typically sits behind it |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $28/hr | Newly credentialed, supervised caseload |
| Mid-career | $34/hr | Full caseload, independent, some supervision of others |
| Senior | $42/hr | Lead or multi-site scope, clinical quality ownership |
Ranges reflect what we typically see advertised on roles we recruit for in the US. They are a market guide, not a survey, and vary by setting, caseload and experience. Last reviewed August 2026.
Where COTAs work
Pediatric clinics · Schools · Skilled nursing · Home health
Specialties
- Pediatric therapyOutpatient pediatric speech, occupational and physical therapy clinics, frequently multidisciplinary alongside ABA.
- School-based servicesDistrict-employed and contract services across special education: evaluations, IEP-aligned therapy, behavior support and school mental health.
- Skilled nursing and rehabAdult rehabilitation caseloads across skilled nursing facilities, acute rehab and home health, where speech and occupational therapy meet medical care.
Demand right now
Steady, with the sharpest need in skilled nursing and school contract work.
Hiring COTAs?
Supervision access and productivity targets are the two questions every COTA candidate asks.
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Board Certified Behavior Analyst, BCBA
Discipline: Board Certified Behavior Analyst State: South Carolina Roles open: 1 role Timeframe: Next 1–3 months Setting: ABA and autism services “Indigo Therapy Services LLC is seeking a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to support our growing caseload in the Summerville and Charleston, South Carolina areas. We are looking for a qualified BCBA to support current and incoming ABA clients. Schedule, caseload, supervision expectations, and service locations can be discussed based on candidate availability. Competitive compensation and a sign-on bonus are available. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to akahook@indigotherapy.org consideration.
- Employer
- Indigo Therapy Services LLC.
- Location
- South Carolina
- Advertised pay
- Pay range to be confirmed
- Contract
- full time · BCBA
Program Manager
Discipline: Board Certified Behavior Analyst State: Wisconsin Roles open: 1 role Timeframe: Urgent — this month Setting: ABA and autism services Provide ongoing clinical oversight, direction, and supervision to RBTs and Behavior Therapists. Provide required in-person supervision and face-to-face clinical activities at our Green Bay center. Develop, review, and oversee individualized treatment plans and behavior-analytic programming. Complete and oversee initial assessments and semi-annual re-assessments. Develop and maintain Prior Authorization (PA) documentation and supporting clinical materials. Review client data and make data-based treatment decisions. Monitor client progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate. Provide ongoing mentorship, feedback, and support to RBTs and Behavior Therapists. Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality clinical documentation. Ensure documentation and clinical practices align with Wisconsin Medicaid/ForwardHealth requirements. Collaborate with families, staff, and other members of the client's care team. Participate in the continued development and growth of the Autism and Behavioral Services program.
- Employer
- Innovative Counseling, Inc.
- Location
- Wisconsin
- Advertised pay
- $65,000
- Contract
- full time · BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst — Ongoing pipeline
Discipline: Board Certified Behavior Analyst State: Pennsylvania Roles open: Ongoing pipeline Timeframe: Urgent — this month Setting: ABA and autism services No further detail supplied at intake.
- Employer
- Hearts ABA
- Location
- Pennsylvania
- Advertised pay
- Pay range to be confirmed
- Contract
- full time · BCBA
Physical Therapist — 2–3 roles
Discipline: Physical Therapist State: New Jersey Roles open: 2–3 roles Timeframe: Urgent — this month Setting: Inpatient and residential Sports Medicine/Ortho clinic with multiple disciplines including medical. Caseload of 90-110/week with full floor staff team to assist with patients. Sign on bonus and weekly visit average bonus offer as well.
- Employer
- NJ Sports Spine & Wellness
- Location
- New Jersey
- Advertised pay
- 90000-115000
- Contract
- full time · PT
Remote SLP Jobs - School Teletherapy, Nationwide (US)
A remote school teletherapy SLP role on a district calendar, paying $80,000 to $98,000. Caseloads are capped, materials and equipment are provided, and the contract covers state licensure fees wherever your assigned districts sit. Take a Seat People confirms caseload, supervision and pay in writing before a remote role goes live.
- Employer
- Confidential SLP provider — Remote (US)
- Location
- Remote (US) · Remote
- Advertised pay
- $80,000 - $98,000
- Contract
- full time · SLP
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- Occupational Therapist (OT)OTs build the functional and sensory skills that let clients take part in daily life, from pediatric sensory integration to adult rehabilitation.$78k – $108k
- Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)SLPAs deliver speech and language treatment to plan under SLP supervision, carrying much of the direct therapy load in schools and pediatric clinics.$25/hr – $40/hr