Work that changes lives. A career that changes yours.
Positive Development is rapidly expanding to offer the benefits of developmental care to as many families as possible. We work with dedication and compassion, and we're continually seeking new people to join our mission.
Are you a good fit to become a Developmental Paraprofessional (DPP)?
Our interview process
Our Recruiting team will ask a handful of screening questions to ensure you are a good fit for a Developmental Paraprofessional (DPP) position. Some of these will focus on your experience and skills, many will focus on logistics (e.g., Do you live close enough to our clients? Do you have availability in your schedule that matches theirs?). Assuming your resume aligns with an open DPP position, we will invite you to participate in a video interview. This first step screening call will be with camera on, so please ensure you are dressed for the part.
- Length of interview: 30 minutes
- What to wear: Business casual
- Interviewer: Member of our Recruiting team
You excelled in the video screen - congrats! Now, we want to know about particular skill sets, how you handle potentially tense scenarios, emotions and communication. During this time, we will discuss your experience and how it may apply to our open DPP positions. We’d like to learn about your interests and experiences with children, as well as any knowledge you have regarding developmental needs. We will explain this very hands-on position, involving different types of families and dynamics. Feel free to ask about the job, culture, on-the-job examples, success stories, etc. We love questions and are happy to share! This interview is conducted live via video as well.
- Length of interview: 30 minutes
- What to wear: Business casual
- Interviewer: Member of our Recruiting Team. Potential follow-up with a member of our clinical team
We value your time and interest in our organization, therefore, we are committed to communicating all decisions directly to candidates within 24-48 hours of your completed interview. This part of the process is detail oriented so feel free to take notes (although everything will be provided in writing following the offer call). The Recruiter will sign you up for orientation, the New Hire Training (NHT) course, discuss your offer details, and answer any questions you may have.
- Length of interview: 20 minutes
- What to wear: Business casual
- Interviewer: The Recruiter who interviewed you
Our onboarding begins immediately. We will send you a link to our internal HRIS, Rippling. The system will guide you through account registration, including all required paperwork, as well as provide information about any necessary background checks, health testing (sometimes a TB test is required) and fingerprinting. Once you accept our offer, you’ll be enrolled in a training cohort. You will receive further communication from us, including details about your training schedule and information regarding your official start date. You will be given full access to the training materials on your first day.
The final step in our process is to match you with a client! This happens toward the end of training, after all requirements for the onboarding process have been completed. You will be asked to fill out a form in the PD app, indicating your availability for scheduling as well as certain criteria to ensure a good “fit”. Our matching process is two-way; we ask clients about their criteria and strive to connect like-minded folks. You should expect to be matched to a family within 2 weeks of completing training.
Are we a good fit for you?
Benefits
- Opportunities to advance
- Career development
- Paid training (at hire and after 6 months employed)
- Clinical supervision and oversight provided by experienced professionals
- Make a positive impact in the lives of children and families
Job perks
- Flexible scheduling
- Paid sick leave
- Access to hourly increase after 6 months
- Referral bonus program
- Discounts for continued education opportunities through university partnerships
Hear directly from our employees
“The beauty of working at Positive Development is knowing that, no matter your role, you are contributing to a mission unlike any other. I get to work alongside individuals who are passionate about their work and strive daily to make a positive impact in the world of developmental care. The combination of team and mission is unmatched!”
“Working at Positive Development for the past year has changed the trajectory of my life. From my clients, to the various opportunities, and the loving fellow staff members I have experienced nothing but never-ending educational experiences as well a warm welcoming atmosphere that I haven’t felt anywhere else.”
“As an Intake Coordinator, my role goes beyond facilitating intake. I build relationships with parents, sharing laughs and tears as we navigate the process. I help alleviate their stress, offer hope, and ensure a smooth transition to the clinical team. I love being an Intake Coordinator at Positive Development. I'm proud to be part of a dedicated team that enriches the lives of autistic children and empowers their families and communities.”
“Being a part of Positive Development has been an immensely rewarding experience. Supporting families through their journey with such a compassionate and dedicated team has allowed me to witness profound growth and positive change, reinforcing the incredible value of our work.”
“Positive Development's inclusive environment is evident across interactions with clients and other team members. We are encouraged to fully be ourselves and that's what makes this environment so special and our work so effective.”
“A mentor of mine once told me, "Children remind us of the wonder of the world. And it's so nice to see through their eyes, they remind us of all the good." Unfortunately, life has a tendency to darken that wonder. Fortunately, Positive Development exists.”
Work with us!
Now accepting interns!
If you're a college junior or senior (18+ years old) interested in interning with us, we want to connect with you.
