Work that changes lives. A career that changes yours.
Positive Development is the leading provider of developmental care and is continually expanding to meet the needs of as many families as possible. Our dedicated and compassionate professionals work closely with our clients and we’re always seeking new, qualified individuals to join our team.
Are you a good fit to become a Developmental Paraprofessional (DPP)?
Our interview process
In our introductory interview, we’ll ask you a series of questions about your availability, location and a few other logistical items and make certain you are a good match for our clients currently waiting for service. We’ll then ask you about your particular sklls and experience, as well as test how you handle potential tense situations and emotional challenges. We’ll ask about your communication skills. We’d also like to hear about your interest in children as well as any knowledge you have regarding developmental approaches to autism care. Then we’ll tell you more about the job itself, making sure you understand that it is an active, hands-on role. We’ll end by running you through a few case-based questions, “tell me about a time when you…” or “what would you do in this situation?”
We love questions and are happy to share. Feel free to ask us about the job, the team, the culture, the history of our organization—or anything you want! This interview is conducted live via video. Please be in a place where you can join on-camera.
- Length of interview: 30 minutes
- What to wear: Business casual
- Interviewer: Member of our Recruiting Team
For those who pass our first round, a clinical interview is the next step. A member of our frontline care team will conduct a second interview to test for personality fit with our clients and cohesion with the local team. They will ask additional questions about your experience, skills and why you are interested in this job. They will also run you through a few more cases, to test how you would handle and react to different real-life situations that occur on the job.
This interview is also conducted live via video.
- Length of interview: 30 minutes
- What to wear: Business casual
- Interviewer: 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. You can expect to be placed into a training cohort within 1-2 weeks of signing your offer.
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
- Making a positive impact in the lives of children and families
Job perks
- Flexible, part-time hours
- Access to telehealth primary care through Amazon OneMedical
- Paid sick leave
- Access to hourly increase after 6 months
- Referral bonus program ($1000 per successful referred candidate)
- 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.
