Occupational Therapist

Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OTR) or Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)

The Openshaw Spot — Ellsworth, Maine

A spot to belong. A place to grow.

The Openshaw Spot is seeking an OTR or COTA to join our pediatric team in Ellsworth, Maine. If you enjoy helping children develop independence, partnering with families, and bringing creativity to treatment, we would love to meet you.

We are a therapist-owned practice providing occupational and speech therapy to children and young adults. Our goal is to make meaningful progress in everyday life while creating a workplace where clinicians feel supported, connected, and encouraged to grow.

Position Details

• Location: Ellsworth, Maine
• Employment type: Work as little or as much as you want
• OTR compensation: $35-$45 an hour dependent on experience
• COTA compensation: $30-$35 an hour dependent on experience.
• Compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Support and Professional Growth

We believe quality care starts with a supported team. Our staff support includes:

• Weekly 1:1 meetings with leadership to discuss clinical questions, workload, professional goals, feedback, and support needs.
• Weekly team meetings for case discussion, collaboration, and shared problem-solving.
• Scheduled documentation and preparation time within the workday.
• Structured onboarding and ongoing training to build confidence and clarify expectations.
• Collaboration with OT and speech professionals to support coordinated care.
• Opportunities to develop interests in sensory processing, emotional regulation, feeding, fine motor skills, self-care, and caregiver coaching.

Our SPOTS Core Values

Our values guide how we treat children, families, and one another:

• S — Support: Help children, families, and teammates feel safe, heard, and included.
• P — Positivity: Notice strengths and progress while being honest about challenges.
• O — Ownership: Arrive on time and prepared, follow through, and take responsibility for your work.
• T — Teamwork: Share information, respect each role, and work together for the child.
• S — Spark: Make room for play, creativity, and fun in the care we provide and the place we work.

We welcome clinicians who bring these values into everyday interactions and want to contribute to a respectful, collaborative workplace.

Benefits

• 120 hours of paid time off annually
• 401(k) with a 4% employer match
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Health insurance (employer pays 25%)
• Vision Insurance
• CEU reimbursement

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, purposeful pediatric occupational therapy services within your scope of practice.
• Help children build skills for play, school participation, feeding, dressing, handwriting, and daily routines.
• Address sensory processing and emotional regulation needs as they affect everyday participation.
• Educate caregivers and develop practical home strategies.
• Collaborate with colleagues and communicate progress, concerns, and treatment needs.
• Complete accurate, timely documentation.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and organized treatment environment.

OTR responsibilities also include evaluations, treatment planning, reassessments, and COTA supervision as assigned.

COTA responsibilities include implementing established treatment plans under OTR supervision, documenting responses to intervention, and contributing observations to ongoing care.

Qualifications

• Appropriate occupational therapy education and credentials for the position.
• Active Maine licensure before providing clinical services.
• Interest in pediatric and family-centered care.
• Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and follow-through.
• Willingness to collaborate, receive feedback, and continue learning.

Pediatric experience is valued. New graduates are welcome to inquire about available mentorship and supervision.

How to Apply

Apply through Indeed with your resume. Please include whether you are applying as an OTR or COTA, your preferred schedule, and your clinical interests. To apply outside of indeed send your resume to office@theotspot.

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We look forward to meeting you!

Pay: $37. 76 - $45. 47 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 6. 0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Occupational Therapy License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person