Occupational Therapist/COTA/OTA
- Location
- ANCHORAGE, Alaska, United States
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Salary
- $0 – $0 / year
About the job
Responsibilities
$10,000 SIGNING BONUS!
$10,000 RELOCATION ASSISTANCE!
North Star Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a talented and dynamic Occupational Therapist/COTA/OTA to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals!
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) or Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) welcome to apply!
North Star Behavioral Health Hospital is the premier behavioral health provider serving Alaska. The Residential Treatment Centers in Anchorage and Palmer provide psychiatric residential treatment for preteen and teen boys (Palmer) and girls (Anchorage) ages 11 to 18. During their stay at North Star’s Residential Treatment Centers, youth learn healthy social, recreational & life skills, which are needed to be successful in the community and at home.
This is a full-time, onsite position at our facility location in Anchorage, AK.
FACILITY LOCATION:
2530 DEBARR ROAD ANCHORAGE, Alaska 99508
Position Summary:
The Occupational Therapist (OT/COTA/OTA) supports patients in achieving their highest level of functional independence. Responsibilities include evaluating needs related to activities of daily living, ADA accommodations, cognitive and sensory challenges, and other barriers to optimal functioning. The OT/COTA/OTA develops targeted interventions, contributes to treatment planning, and facilitates individual and group sessions focused on independent living skills in collaboration with the Activities Therapy team.
Maintains positive, respectful, and cooperative working relationships with all colleagues. Demonstrates courtesy, professionalism, and a supportive attitude in all interactions with patients, families, visitors, and staff. Consistently represents NSBH in a professional manner and serves as a positive role model who contributes to a welcoming, respectful, and team‑oriented environment.
Clinical & Therapeutic Expertise
• Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles and interventions
- Strong knowledge of occupational therapy principles and interventions
- Understanding of psychiatric diagnoses and assaultive behavior management techniques
- Ability to develop age-appropriate programming for adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients
- Experience in group facilitation and recreational therapy activities
- Physically able to participate in and lead therapeutic activities
• Effective oral and written communication skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate professionally with clients, referral sources, healthcare team members, and community providers
- Strong interpersonal skills; customer-service oriented
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Demonstrates tact, resourcefulness, patience, and dedication
- Demonstrates tact, resourcefulness, patience, and dedication
- Uses sound judgment and maintains confidentiality in accordance with professional ethics and facility standards
- Adheres to organizational policies and procedures
- Reacts calmly and effectively in emergency situations
- Participates in performance improvement initiatives and ongoing professional development
- Proficient in planning, organizing, and time management
- Skilled in maintaining records, preparing reports, and handling correspondence
- Competence in basic computer operations and office equipment
- Familiar with telephone etiquette and paging procedures
- Ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Benefit Highlights:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
- Pet Insurance
- More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Associate's degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
- 1-3 years experience required
- Current State of Alaska COTA/OTA or OT registration required.
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Posted 26 Oct 2026 · checked 30 Oct 2026 · Report this job