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Make a difference as an Adult Family Home Manager Chileda's mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with cognitive and behavior challenges. We are now accepting applications for ...

Adult Family Home Caregiver - 2nd Shift

Onalaska, WI · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Join Chileda's Mission to Make a Difference! Become an Adult Family Home Caregiver! Are you passionate about improving the lives of others? Ready to be part of a supportive and dynamic team that ...

Chileda's mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with cognitive and behavior challenges. Chileda's goal is to help students increase their appropriate social behaviors and develop ...

Chileda's goal is to help students increase their appropriate social behaviors and develop independent living skills, through an enriched learning environment and individualized behavior programming.

Occupational Therapist (OT) Chileda's mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with cognitive and behavioral challenges. We help students build appropriate social behaviors and ...

Director of Clinical Services Chileda is seeking a Director of Clinical Services to join our growing team. The Director of Clinical Services is responsible for providing and overseeing comprehensive ...

Overnight Caregiver Are you ready for an exciting adventure in caregiving? Join us at our Adult Family Home in Onalaska. As a Caregiver in our group home setting, you'll make a genuine difference in ...

Chileda Jobs Information

Do workers at Chileda get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
80% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Does Chileda pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
67% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Is the health insurance from Chileda affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Chileda?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
40% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Chileda?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
67% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at Chileda get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
50% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Chileda?

Most people feel stressed out here.
100% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do people at Chileda enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
83% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Do people at Chileda recommend working with their team?

Not many people recommend working with their team.
71% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Chileda?

Most people got enough training when they started.
67% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Chileda?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 100% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and April 2026.

Do people think Chileda’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
60% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Chileda is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
67% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and April 2026.
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Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) - School Based

Chileda

La Crosse, WI

$28 - $37.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted yesterday

New


Chileda rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

Chileda's mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with cognitive and behavior challenges. Chileda's goal is to help students increase their appropriate social behaviors and develop independent living skills through an enriched learning environment and individualized behavior programming. We are now accepting applications for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA).

Benefits:

For full-time employees, Chileda offers medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance. 100% employer paid life insurance, and short and long term disability. We also have a 401k plan with 4% match, generous PTO, fitness center discount, tuition reimbursement and an employee assistance program.

Schedule:

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, generally 8am - 4pm with the ability to flex to provide training and support to residential staff.

Summary:

The COTA treats individuals with disabilities, developmental delays, and extraordinary behavior needs under the supervision of an OTR. The COTA uses assistive technology, interventions, and treatment techniques according to Wisconsin OT Standards of Practices. The COTA provides elements of evaluation under the supervision of the OTR. The COTA works collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to meet treatment needs.

Job Duties Include:

  • Provide direct therapy to students in both individual and group sessions as outlined in the Individual Education Plan (IEP) and under the direction of the OTR
  • Communicate regularly with the OTR, providing input and recommendations on individualized treatment goals and plans
  • Facilitate social skills, sensory skills, fine/motor skills, executive functioning through classroom-based groups in collaboration with teachers, behavior specialists, speech therapist, and music therapist.
  • Collaborate with the internal treatment team (Case Managers, Teacher, House Managers, Behavior Specialists, etc.) to support student's occupational therapy needs.

Education Requirements:

  • Must possess state license as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
  • Associate's Degree in Occupational Therapist Assistant
  • DPI certification preferred, but not required

Application Instructions: Apply directly at chileda.org

Chileda is an EOE.


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