Pediatric COTA Residency at ‘Ohana Occupational Therapy
*PLEASE READ FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ON HOW TO APPLY*
Are you a passionate COTA eager to deepen your expertise in sensory integration and make a lasting impact on the lives of children?
If you answered YES, then you’ve found the right place! We are currently taking applicants for our 2 year COTA Residency program!
Whether you’re a new grad or an experienced COTA, this residency will provide the guidance and support you need to excel in sensory integration. Our robust mentorship program ensures you’ll gain the confidence and expertise to thrive in this specialized field.
Embark on a fulfilling two-year journey of professional development and mentorship at ‘Ohana.
Here’s why this residency is the perfect launchpad for your career:
- Immerse yourself in a comprehensive learning environment with dedicated mentorship, continuing education opportunities, and staff retreats designed to foster your professional growth.
- Gain hands-on experience and refine your therapeutic skills in our state-of-the-art sensory gyms, fully equipped to provide the most effective sensory integration interventions (we have OT aides to help in sessions with setup and clean up)
- Work/Life balance with no paperwork to take home, leave on time, 4 day work week, high flexibility with vacations and time-off
- Four seasons in beautiful Wenatchee, Washington with (hiking, rafting, skiing, snow shoeing, bike trails, kayaking, and more!)
- Advanced technologies that fast track results
Additional Perks of a career with ‘Ohana…
- Benefits available
- Relocation stipend available
- Weekly bonus program for meeting targets and contributing to company growth
- Starbucks fairy
- Generous craft & toy supply budget
- Relaxing and fun, Hawaiian themed work setting complete with large saltwater fish tank and tiki hut front desk
You might be the right person if you are someone who…
- Has a positive attitude, an easy laugh, open to feedback and learning new skills
- Is hardworking, trustworthy, health-oriented, creative, enjoys having FUN and is patient with self and others.
- Enjoys bringing hope to struggling families and working with sensory kids the most!
- Is detail-oriented and efficient, with excellent problem-solving skills
- Consistently figures out how to produce the desired outcome, even if it involves researching and learning new skills.
- Has the ability to build therapeutic relationships and is able to self-regulate in order to provide the energy level the child needs (eg. calm vs energetic)
- Desires to connect with our team and work in a warm supportive environment
Position Details:
Job Type: 2 Year Residency (Full-Time)
Location: Wenatchee, WA
Pay: $25/hr
Required:
COTA: Associates degree in OT
WA State Occupational Therapy License
Pass Drug testing
In the position, you will:
- Learn how to provide occupational therapy services to children birth through 21 in a sensory gym, virtually and in the community using the therapeutic approaches that best meet the child’s unique needs
- Learn how to design and monitor effective home programs, sensory diets, and recommendations for school, as needed, that meet the child’s needs and family’s capacity for follow-through
- Collaborate with parents to set functional goals
- Provide ongoing guidance, support, and education to parents, in person and virtually
- Participate in team meetings and workshops
- Participate in program development
Being successful in this position will involve:
- Listening to parents and making them feel heard, as they often have a lot to say.
- Evaluating clients thoroughly to uncover the root of their challenges, even when traditional diagnoses and labels don’t apply.
- Communicating gently and frequently with family members about their child’s progress, using language they can understand.
- Educating parents about what has been happening with their child, the intended course of action, what to expect, and what they should do.
- Administering, modifying, measuring, documenting treatment techniques that are appropriate, valid, gradable, and effective.
More about ‘Ohana OT:
We are an upscale, pediatric clinic in beautiful Wenatchee, WA. The majority of sessions are in person 1:1 and a small percentage done via telehealth. We have a highly experienced and dedicated staff that provides cutting edge OT in our 7 state of the art sensory gyms housed within one clinic. We also have a full kitchen, wellness room and art area.
Our clients range from birth through 21 years of age. Primary therapeutic approaches include sensory integration treatment, SOS feeding, Zones of Self Regulation, listening therapies, NDT, motor learning, and biomechanical approaches.
Some of the main areas we address are sensory processing, praxis, self-regulation, self-care, gross and fine motor development, visual perception, and feeding. We are unique in our commitment to evaluate and treat the whole child and partner with the important people in a child’s life. Caregivers are included in our sessions.
Our practice is 16-years strong and 100% occupational therapist owned! Our beautiful clinic houses the most advanced equipment available such as state of the art sensory gyms, SSP, ILS, and QRI laser. You will learn a lot as in-services and trainings are scheduled regularly. We emphasize personalized, hands-on treatments and foster a very family-oriented environment for our clients. You’ll love our amazing clinic and staff!
‘Ohana OT’s Mission:
We Help Families Thrive!
Our Workplace Values:
- We are HERE for the kids (leave our troubles at the door and help the most kids we can)
- Getr’ done and have fun
- Provide more value than the cost of services
- Hire the right people (positive, passionate, patient, persistent, productive problem solvers)
- Lead the world in Peds OT
If you have read this far, then you are already showing that you have some of the characteristics we’re looking for! If you are interested in applying for this residency, please respond by following these specific directions:
1. Use the subject line: I want to be your next OUTSTANDING COTA Resident
2. Send your resume and cover letter as a .pdf file and email to hailey@ohanacenter.com
Thank you so much for your interest in this position. We look forward to getting to know you!
With Aloha,
Mary Kostka, OTR/L,
Owner/Founder of ‘Ohana OT
