Occupational Therapy Assistant

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 pivital 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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