Full-Time
Developmental Interventionist
Updated on 9/4/2026
Holding Hands
51-200 employees
Outpatient mental health & family counseling
Compensation Overview
$25 - $28/hr
Pasadena, CA, USA
In Person
Bachelor's, Master's
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- A bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
- Passion for working with children and supporting developmental growth.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Reliable transportation is required.
- One year of experience in a related field.
- Provide one-to-one 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.
- Experience with DIR/Floortime, applied behavior analysis, or early childhood development.
- A master's degree in a related field.
- Experience working with children with autism or developmental differences.
Holding Hands operates as an outpatient community clinic serving infants, children, teens, and adults with developmental and mental health needs in Los Angeles, Burbank, Calabasas, and Whittier. Its approach centers on each client’s strengths and unique profile, with an intervention plan tailored to individual differences. The clinical team not only works with the client but also educates, empowers, and supports the entire family unit, offering counseling for individuals, couples, and families. The service model relies on a client- and family-centered process that uses a collaborative relationship to promote growth and development. Compared with peers, Holding Hands combines a long-standing, community-focused presence with a broad age range and a strong emphasis on family education and involvement. The company’s goal is to help each person reach their potential by providing guidance and supportive hands-on care so they can grow, learn, and develop with someone believing in them.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Burbank, California
Founded
2003
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Website updates from August 2026 show active expansion and maintained location pages.
- August 2026 job postings for behavior technicians signal continued demand for clinicians.
- Whittier and Pasadena hours extend into evenings and Saturdays, capturing working families.
What critics are saying
- A July 2024 Los Angeles labor suit accuses Holding Hands of wage and break violations.
- Yelp reviewers reported canceled sessions, pointing to operational inconsistency and churn.
- Heavy dependence on ABA reimbursement and technician staffing makes a single clinic closure fatal.
What makes Holding Hands unique
- Seven Los Angeles County clinics, including Whittier, create dense local referral coverage.
- Holding Hands combines ABA therapy, counseling, and diagnostics for children through adults.
- Family-unit coaching distinguishes its model from child-only autism centers.
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Benefits
401(k) Retirement Plan
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Flexible Work Hours
Remote Work Options
Hybrid Work Options
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Phone/Internet Stipend
Home Office Stipend
Professional Development Budget
Conference Attendance Budget
Family Planning Benefits
Fertility Treatment Support
Stock Options
Company Equity
Relocation Assistance
Employee Referral Bonus
Tuition Reimbursement
Training Programs
Professional Certification Support
Mentorship Program
Gym Membership
Commuter Benefits
Meal Benefits
Adoption Assistance
Childcare Support
Elder Care Support
Parental Leave
Employee Discounts
Company Social Events