Employment: Job Openings

COTA/IL Coordinator: Home Access

OSCIL does not currently have any open positions, but please feel free to submit a resume below for future consideration.

Purpose: Complete independent living assessments, provide recommendations, and coordinate services to increase consumers’ independence in the home and community.

Essential Job Functions

Reports to: Home Access Program Manager

Education/Qualifications

Conduct independent living, assistive technology, and in-home assessments to identify functional needs, environmental barriers, and consumer-driven goals.
Measure and evaluate consumers’ physical environments to inform recommendations.
Evaluate Fee-for-Service consumers and coordinate recommendations with insurers, vendors, and prescribers.
Research and identify cost-effective home modification solutions and assistive technology to improve accessibility and independence.
Coordinate the delivery and installation of assistive technology and adaptive equipment.
Coordinate services and procurement, including communicating with consumers, vendors, insurers, and prescribers.
Assemble basic equipment and devices not supplied through a specialized vendor.
Maintain accurate documentation, authorizations, and inventory records in compliance with organizational and funding requirements.
Provide consumer education, training, and public demonstrations related to assistive technology and accessibility.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and external partners to ensure timely and effective service delivery.
Perform other tasks assigned by Program Manager or Executive Director.

Performance Evaluation and Probationary Period

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Knowledge of available assistive technology/devices and home modifications available to persons with disabilities.
Experience addressing the needs of consumers with disabilities, including knowledge of disabilities and barriers faced by consumers in their homes and the community.
The ability to work independently and set priorities for task completion.
Organization, time management, and scheduling skills.
Detail-oriented and able to complete multi-step procedures.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to accurately convey the needs of consumers.
Ability to build professional relationships with coworkers, contractors, insurers, and vendors.
Basic computer proficiency and experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and Outlook)
Manual dexterity, problem-solving skills, and ability to manipulate heavy AT equipment (weighing up to 40 lbs) for assembly and transport.
Possess a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle; must be willing to travel throughout Rhode Island for home visits.
Ability to advocate and educate consumers and professionals about OSCIL services and the Independent Living mission.

Rate: $26.00 per hour

A performance evaluation will be conducted at the end of the first six months of employment (probationary period) and annually thereafter.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. OSCIL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Hours: 35 hours per week

“OSCIL hiring policies align with the Rehabilitation Act 725(c)(2), codified at 29 U.S.C. 796f–4(c)(2), with individuals with significant disabilities prioritized as applicants and strongly encouraged to apply for open positions.”

Submit a Resume

If you are interested in joining the OSCIL team, please use the following form to submit your resume and cover letter. If we are not actively hiring, we will keep your resume on file and contact you when a position opens up that we believe you may be a good match for. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.