Developmental Interventionist

Holding Hands Inc.; Rosemead (CA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Training and professional development

Referral bonus opportunities

Opportunities to grow into full-time ​

Job summary

Holding Hands Inc. in Rosemead, CA is seeking a Developmental Interventionist to join the DIR - Play Therapy program on a part-time basis. You will deliver 1:1 DIR/Floortime interventions across home, school, clinic, and community settings, collaborating with a clinical team.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 1 year of related experience, strong communication, and reliable transportation; compensation is $25-$28 per hour with PTO, mileage reimbursement, training, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 1 year of experience in a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• 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

1 year of experience

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Reliable transportation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in related field

Job description

Developmental Interventionist

Department: DIR - Play Therapy

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Rosemead, 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