Full-time Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Compensation
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The week · per this posting · Tuesday – Saturday
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Job Description
- Job Location: Heritage Community of Kalamazoo - Kalamazoo, MI
- Position Type: Full Time
- Salary Range: Undisclosed, Join Our Team at Heritage Community of Kalamazoo in Kalamazoo, MI! Are you a passionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) seeking a rewarding career opportunity? Look no further! Heritage Community of Kalamazoo in Kalamazoo, MI, invites you to join our dynamic therapy team as a Full-time Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Schedule: Tuesday- Saturday's preferred
About Us
Heritage Community of Kalamazoo is a welcoming senior living community located in the vibrant city of Kalamazoo, Michigan, dedicated to providing compassionate, person-centered care to its residents.
The community is conveniently situated near local attractions such as the Kalamazoo Nature Center, the Air Zoo Aerospace & Science Museum, and the charming downtown district, offering a blend of natural beauty and cultural experiences.
As a member of the therapy team at Heritage Community of Kalamazoo, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside a supportive and experienced group of professionals, helping residents maintain their independence and overall well-being in a warm, engaging environment.
The community fosters a collaborative, team-oriented approach to care, with a strong commitment to delivering individualized therapy services that enhance each resident's quality of life.
Why Choose Functional Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!
Qualifications
Job Summary
As a COTA you will implement the plan of care established by the OTR/L and physician, delivering excellence in quality of care.
Qualifications
Associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program Certification and licensure requirements as established by state and national board associations.
Active state license Excellent organizational and time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures Completion of all required screenings, certifications, and licensure.
Screening requirements may vary by location. **Please be aware this is a job summary, not an all-inclusive listing of the tasks and duties for this position.
Employment decisions and actions will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, gender, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
Key Responsibilities
The Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant will implement the plan of care established by the OTR/L and physician. They are responsible for delivering high-quality therapy services to residents to help maintain their independence and well-being.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an associate degree from an accredited Occupational Therapy Assistant program. Additionally, they must possess an active state license and meet all certification requirements established by state and national board associations.
Key Skills
Occupational Therapist Career Context
In Michigan, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$90k (88 salary observations; 931 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (5,263 salary observations; 28,727 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan vs national | $90k median in Michigan | $97k nationally (−7%)88 state / 5,263 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Michigan index 96.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Occupational Therapy listings in Michigan | 314 active | 8,966 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Michigan occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 10% offer loan repayment334 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Occupational Therapy listings | 3,210 in the last 30 days | 1,611 the 30 days before (+99%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Occupational Therapy pay trend | +4.4% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
