Developmental Interventionist

Developmental Interventionist Department: DIR - Play Therapy Employment Type: Part Time Location: Whittier, CA Compensation: $25.00 - $28.00 / hour Description Fostering Growth. Building Connections. Changing Lives. What if your work could support meaningful developmental progress through connection and play? At Holding Hands, our Developmental Interventionists use relationship-based approaches to help individuals grow socially, emotionally, and developmentally. As a Developmental Interventionist, you will deliver individualized care using the DIR®/Floortime™ model across home, school, clinic, and community settings while working alongside a collaborative clinical team. Compensation & Benefits for Developmental Interventionist $25 – $28, /hour starting pay Paid time off and holidays Mileage reimbursement between sessions Training and professional development opportunities Referral bonus opportunities Opportunity to grow into full-time roles What You’ll Do Key Responsibilities as a Developmental Interventionist: Provide 1:1 DIR®/Floortime™ intervention Facilitate social, emotional, and developmental growth through play-based interactions Implement individualized, relationship-based activities tailored to each client Support communication, emotional regulation, and social connection Encourage independence, self-expression, and choice-making Build strong relationships with clients and families Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members Maintain a nurturing, flexible, and supportive environment What We’re Looking For Developmental Interventionist Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required (in a related field) Passion for working with children and supporting developmental growth Strong communication and interpersonal skills Reliable transportation required 1 year of experience in a related field Preferred Qualifications Experience with DIR®/Floortime™, ABA, or early childhood development Master’s degree in a related field Experience working with children with autism or developmental differences Why Apply as a Developmental Interventionist? Meaningful, relationship-based clinical work Hands-on experience supporting developmental growth Supportive team environment and mentorship Clear growth pathways within the organization #J-18808-Ljbffr Holding Hands Inc.