Developmental Interventionist

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

• $23 – $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 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 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
• Meaningful, relationship-based clinical work
• Hands on experience supporting developmental growth
• Supportive team environment and mentorship
• Clear growth pathways within the organization