Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant

Job Description Job Description Americare Home Health

Care That Comes Home. Careers That Make a Difference.

Looking for a career in home health or in-home care where you can build meaningful relationships and deliver one-on-one care? At Americare Home Health, you bring compassionate, personalized care directly to patients-right where they feel most comfortable: home.

Who We Are

• Part of Americare Senior Living, a trusted leader in senior care for 40+ years
• Providing in-home healthcare services across Missouri
• Focused on helping patients stay safe, independent, and supported at home
• Delivering personalized, patient-centered care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams
• Services may include skilled nursing, therapy, and supportive care in the home setting

Guided by our RISING values:

Respect • Integrity • Servant Heart • Inspire • Nurture • Growth

Why Choose Home Health at Americare

• One-on-one patient care in a home setting
• Build deeper relationships with patients and families
• Greater autonomy and flexibility in your day
• Be part of a coordinated care team focused on outcomes
• Support patients recovering from illness, surgery, or managing chronic conditions
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on independence and quality of life

Why Join Americare

• Mission-driven culture rooted in compassion and connection
• Supportive leadership and team collaboration
• Strong reputation in senior living and healthcare services
• Opportunities to grow across home health, therapy, and senior living services
• Flexible scheduling options based on role and territory

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive pay + mileage reimbursement (role dependent)
• Daily pay access
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Tuition assistance and career development support
• Clinical and leadership growth opportunities
• Employee recognition programs

Benefits may vary based on full-time, part-time, PRN, or visit-based status.

What You'll Experience in Home Health

• Deliver care in patients' homes, assisted living, or community settings
• Coordinate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and families
• Focus on patient independence, recovery, and long-term wellness
• Provide care that is personalized-not rushed

Join Americare Home Health and bring care directly to those who need it most. Apply today.

Position Summary:

The Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA) is a qualified employee who provides intermittent services in a patient's place of residence under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist (OT). The COTA will provide services in accordance with the patient's plan of care and direction of the licensed OT.

Job Requirements

• Graduate of an approved school giving a course of not less than two years of COTA
• Must be licensed by the State of Missouri as a COTA
• Must have at least one year clinical experience as a COTA
• Must have current CPR certification, valid driver's license, reliable transportation and automobile insurance.