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

• 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