Early Intervention Developmental Specialist

Company Overview

Every Child Achieves (ECA) is a therapist-owned home-based early intervention program dedicated to delivering the highest quality infant development services, including Pediatric Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech Therapy. Our mission is to be a 'change-maker' by building a collaborative team of qualified clinicians to achieve exceptional therapy outcomes.

Take Back Control of Your Career

Are you an experienced Spanish Speaking Child Development Specialist with expertise in the DAYC-2 Assessment Protocol? Join Every Child Achieves and experience the autonomy, flexibility, and fulfillment you've been seeking while making a lasting impact on children's lives during their most critical developmental years.

About the Role

We're seeking a skilled Spanish Speaking Early Intervention Child Development Specialist with proven experience in early intervention services funded by regional centers. You'll conduct comprehensive developmental assessments using the DAYC-2 (Developmental Assessment of Young Children, Second Edition) and provide evidence-based intervention services to children birth to three years old in their natural environments—homes, parks, daycares—where therapy is most effective and outcomes are most profound.

This isn't clinic-based work. This is meaningful intervention within a child's ecosystem, delivering services where children learn, play, and grow every day.

Service Areas - Coverage

We are hiring for our South LA / West Los Angeles territory, covering the following zip codes:

Crenshaw Area: 90008, 90016
Culver City: 90066, 90230, 90232
El Segundo: 90245
Hawthorne: 90250
Inglewood: 90301, 90302, 90305
Ladera Heights: 90056
Marina Del Rey: 90292
Playa Vista: 90094
Santa Monica: 90401, 90402, 90403, 90404, 90405
South Los Angeles: 90003, 90007, 90011, 90018, 90037, 90044, 90061, 90062

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience working with children birth to three years old - must be EI Developmental Therapy not ABA
• Demonstrated expertise in administering and interpreting the DAYC-2 Assessment Protocol for both evaluation and treatment
• Proven experience providing early intervention services funded by regional centers
• Fluency in Spanish (verbal and written) - essential for serving our diverse community
• Bachelor's degree in Child Development, Psychology, Special Education, or related field
• Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience delivering 60-minute therapy sessions in natural environments
• Strong family-centered practice approach
• Ability to manage and build a caseload of 20-40 billable hours per week
• Excellent documentation and report writing skills
• Knowledge of regional center regulations and compliance requirements

Your Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive developmental assessments using DAYC-2 protocol
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment results
• Provide 60-minute intervention sessions in children's natural environments
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members
• Maintain accurate documentation and progress reports for regional center compliance
• Build and maintain a caseload of 20-40 billable hours per week

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Reimbursement Rates:

• Clinical Time: $28-$30 per hour based on clinical experience and degree level
• Higher rates available for licensed COTA, PTA, or SLPA professionals performing as Child Development Specialists
• Administrative and Drive Time: $20 per hour (effective January 1, 2026)

Annual Earning Potential:

• Standard Caseload (30 billable hours/week x 50 weeks): Up to $87,000 annually plus PTO and benefits
• High Producers (35+ billable hours/week x 50 weeks): Up to $101,500 annually plus PTO and benefits
• Part-Time (20 billable hours/week x 50 weeks): Up to $48,000 annually plus benefits

Note: Total compensation includes reimbursement for clinical time, administrative time, and drive time between appointments

Full-Time Defined: 30+ hours per week

Comprehensive Benefits Include:

• Up to 90% employer-paid healthcare premium coverage
• 401(k) with discretionary match PLUS profit sharing (averaged 40% dollar-for-dollar match over the past 8 years)
• CEU reimbursement and paid professional development days
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time
• Mileage reimbursement for travel between clients
• Supportive bilingual team environment focused on clinician success
• Administrative support for scheduling and documentation

Why Early Intervention?

Early intervention has the highest success rate for developmental outcomes with children under three. As a DAYC-2 expert, you'll be part of the proven formula that transforms young lives during their most neuroplastic years, providing culturally responsive services to our diverse Los Angeles communities.

Our Mission

We focus on changing the world one child at a time.

Work Hard. Relax Hard. Make a Difference in a Child's Life.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Every Child Achieves is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

California Applicant Notice

For California applicants: In compliance with the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and other applicable laws, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application process. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.

Salary Transparency (CA Pay Transparency Act - SB 1162)

The compensation for this position includes hourly rates of $28-$30 for clinical time based on experience and education level, with higher rates available for licensed therapy assistants. Administrative and drive time is compensated at $20 per hour effective January 1, 2026. Annual earnings range from approximately $58,000 to $101,500+ based on caseload and productivity. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including but not limited to: caseload volume, service delivery productivity, individual qualifications, DAYC-2 expertise, bilingual skills, and credentials.

Apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour (clinical time) + administrative and drive time compensation

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $49,500.00 - $101,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Why are you currently seeking new employment? (REQUIRED - These questions help us identify not just your work history but more about your goals. Please complete to be considered for role.)
• Please provide which employers you have worked as a 0-3 Developmental Specialist and facilitated the "DAYC-2" - this is a requirement of the role. Why are you currently seeking new employment? (REQUIRED - These questions help us identify not just your work history but more about your goals. Please complete to be considered for role.)
• The job requires candidates to cover every city mentioned in the job ad. You must reside in those cities. Please confirm you reside in this area and able to cover the entire caseload of cities. Why are you currently seeking new employment? (REQUIRED - These questions help us identify not just your work history but more about your goals. Please complete to be considered for role.)
• Pay structures are non-negotiable. Did you review our compensation approach carefully and see there is a billable wage rate and an administrative wage rate. Earning potential rests on delivery treatments in patient's homes. Each visit must be 1 hour in length. Do you have any concerns with this approach? Why are you currently seeking new employment? (REQUIRED - These questions help us identify not just your work history but more about your goals. Please complete to be considered for role.)
• What is your differentiator from other clinicians that work with infants and toddlers? How do you stand out from the clinical crowd? Why are you currently seeking new employment? (REQUIRED - These questions help us identify not just your work history but more about your goals. Please complete to be considered for role.)

Experience:

• Administering DAYC-2 Assesment: 2 years (Required)
• Home-Health Early Intervention Services (0-3) NOT ABA: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• SPANISH FLUENTLY (Required)

Work Location: On the road