Child Development Specialist

You'll work one-on-one with children in their homes and/or center based to:

- Build communication, social, and daily living skills through play, conversation, and shared activities

- Create meaningful connections that help children think, create, and engage with the world

- Follow a relationship-based intervention model designed to achieve strong outcomes with fewer session hours

- Track progress by documenting session notes and goal outcomes

- Collaborate closely with clinicians and supervisors to build clinical skills and confidence

- Learn how evidence-based developmental care works in real life, not just in textbooks

- Direct Pay: $22-$28/hour (based on experience and education)

- Training / Admin Pay: $20/hour

- Part-time schedules:

- 3, 4, or 5 days per week M-F (most available hours are 3pm-8pm)

- Or Saturday and Sunday (most available hours are between 9a-3pm)

- Paid drive time + mileage reimbursement (IRS rate) between clients

This role is ideal for students balancing classes, internships, or graduate school.

- High School Diploma or GED (must be 18+)

- Valid driver's license + reliable transportation (30-40 min drive radius).

- Ability to complete physical tasks, including:

- Playing on the floor/ground for up to two-three hours per session

- Lifting/carrying up to 40 lbs

- Sitting, kneeling, crouching, or moving quickly to ensure child safety

- Strong communication skills and professionalism with families and teammates

We invest in you because strong clinicians start with strong support.

- You don't need to be an expert- we'll train you.

- Paid New Hire Training

- Ongoing coaching and mentorship from expert clinicians

- Opportunities for role progression, pay increases, and performance bonuses

- Exposure to a cutting-edge model of autism care with measurable outcome

- $1000 Referral Bonus

- Monthly Technology Stipend

- Paid drive time at admin rate + mileage reimbursement between clients

- Paid training

- Strong performers may request letters of recommendation for graduate or professional programs

Positive Development is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Employment is contingent upon clearing a background check and successful completion of training.