Occupational Therapy Assistant

Chinese American Service League Inc; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Monday–Friday schedule

Job summary

Chinese American Service League (CASL) in Chicago's Chinatown seeks an Occupational Therapy Assistant to support Adaptive Behavioral Support for individuals with ASD and developmental disabilities. You will deliver occupational therapy services, assist with Early Intervention, and educate caregivers to foster independence and social skills.

Reporting to the ABS Services Coordinator, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, follow licensure requirements, participate in assessments, and

Qualifications

• Must meet licensure and credentialing requirements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team within BHCS and external providers.

Responsibilities

• Work under supervision of ABS Services Coordinator and OT supervisor, delivering BATP and occupational therapy services.
• Collaborate with the BHCS team and external providers to improve assessment and treatment planning.
• Conduct assessments, interview clients and caregivers, under supervision and within scope.

Job description

Join CASL as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and Make a Difference

Ready to turn your passion for occupational therapy into meaningful impact? Join CASL’s Adaptive Behavior Support team and help children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and intellectual and developmental disabilities build essential skills, strengthen independence, and thrive at home and in their communities.

Your Mission

The Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) plays a pivotal role in delivering specialized Adaptive Behavioral Support (ABS) therapy, including Early Intervention services, to children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and intellectual or developmental disabilities. Reporting to the ABS Services Coordinator, the OTA collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to assess behavioral needs, deliver evidence-based interventions, and provide meaningful support to caregivers. Through a combination individual therapy, group sessions, and caregiver education, the OTA promotes clients’ social-emotional development, sensory regulation, and functional independence. The OTA also contributes to community outreach efforts and fosters strong partnerships with external organizations to enhance client outcomes. This role is essential in delivering culturally responsive care, reducing service gaps in underserved communities, and upholding the highest standards of clinical excellence.

About CASL

Founded in 1978, CASL is the largest and most comprehensive community-based organization in the Midwest, with deep roots in serving Asian Americans and a commitment to welcoming all. With over 45 years of experience, CASL supports individuals and families across four essential areas: health, human services, education, and advocacy. From early learning and senior care to legal assistance, housing support, and citizenship services, CASL helps thousands of Chicago-area residents build healthy, stable, and empowered lives.

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Make a Difference, and Get the Support You Deserve

Salary Range: $53,000 – $63,000/year | Full Benefits Package Included

We value your expertise and commitment, and we invest in both. From competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to a culture that puts people first, you’ll be supported while doing work that matters.

This role is based in Chinatown, Chicago, with a standard Monday–Friday schedule.

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What You’ll Impact

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and intellectual/developmental disabilities by helping them build essential skills for everyday success. Your work will directly support clients in improving their emotional regulation, communication, sensory processing, and functional independence. By collaborating closely with caregivers, clinicians, and community partners, you will help create supportive environments that empower clients to thrive at home, in school, and within the community. Your commitment to culturally responsive, evidence-based care will expand access to high-quality services for underserved populations and contribute to stronger long-term outcomes for the individuals and families we serve.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Responsibilities (70%):

• Work under the administrative and operational supervision of the ABS Services Coordinator and receive clinical supervision from an Occupational Therapist (OT), in accordance with applicable licensure and credentialing requirements, when conducting Behavior Assessment and Treatment Planning (BATP) and delivering occupational therapy services.

• Work with the multidisciplinary team within the Department of Behavioral Health and Clinical Services (BHCS) and with external providers to improve the assessment and treatment planning to maximize the potential impacts of interventions per individual's needs, developmental stages, and strengths.

• Conduct assessments, including administering, scoring, and interpreting assessments, under appropriate clinical supervision and in accordance with applicable scope-of-practice and credentialing requirements; interview individuals and their caregivers