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

• $24 – $27, /hour starting pay

• Mileage reimbursement between sessions

• Training and professional development opportunities

• Referral bonus opportunities

• Opportunity to grow into full-time roles

Responsibilities

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

Skills

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

• Must be available Monday through Friday, between 1:00 PM and 8:00 PM

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

Benefits

• Meaningful, relationship-based clinical work

• Hands on experience supporting developmental growth

• Supportive team environment and mentorship

• Clear growth pathways within the organization