Developmental Interventionist - DIR/Floortime Play

Holding Hands Pediatric Therapy & Adult Services; Sierra Madre (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Training opportunities

Referral bonuses

Growth into full-time roles

Job summary

Holding Hands Pediatric Therapy & Adult Services is seeking a Developmental Interventionist to deliver DIR/Floortime-based 1:1 interventions across home, school, clinic, and community settings while supporting children’s social, emotional, and developmental growth through relationship-based play.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families and interdisciplinary teammates, requires a Bachelor’s degree, values reliable transportation and strong communication skills, and offers pathways to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (in a related field).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Reliable transportation required.

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

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliable transportation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Holding Hands Pediatric Therapy & Adult Services is seeking a Developmental Interventionist to deliver DIR/Floortime-based 1:1 interventions across home, school, clinic, and community settings while supporting children’s social, emotional, and developmental growth through relationship-based play.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families and interdisciplinary teammates, requires a Bachelor’s degree, values reliable transportation and strong communication skills, and offers pathways to