Full Time DIR Floortime Player - South Orange

Job Description

Job Description

About Kinder Growth

At Kinder Growth, we are dedicated to helping children with autism build meaningful, strong, and joyful relationships with those around them. We support each child in unlocking their potential, bringing forth a happier, more engaged child.

We take tremendous pride in our collaborative and supportive work environment. Employee happiness, professional growth, and open communication are the pillars of our team culture. We know that when our staff thrives, so do the families we serve.

Start your journey with us today!

We are seeking playful and energetic DIRFloortime Players to work with autistic youth in our center-based program. Our DIRFloortime Players provide one-to-one and group-based therapy sessions at our center. This is a full-time salaried position with daytime hours, allowing flexibility for additional home-based client opportunities outside of the center if desired.

Here’s what your role as a DIRFloortime Player may look like:

• Work under the supervision of an AFT (Advanced Floortime Player) or QHP (Qualified Healthcare Provider).

• Build meaningful relationships with youth through play and connection.

• Provide 1:1 and group-based developmental support tailored to each child’s needs.

• Video your sessions for reflective learning and supervision.

• Light data collection to track progress.

• Use positive, affective approaches to create meaningful change in each child’s development.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred and at least 1 year of relevant experience or education required.

• Valid form of ID.

• Pass Federal and State background checks.

• Ability to play on the floor and engage actively with children.

• Reliable transportation.

Experience (1 year required):

• Childcare (babysitting, daycare, preschool teacher, assistant teacher).

• Special education (educational settings, special needs).

• Developmental intervention (early intervention).

• Autism interventions (RBT/Behavioral Technician, autism support specialist, ABA therapist, other DIRFloortime experience).

Openings Available:

Summer Positions:

• Program length: July 7, 2026 - August 21, 2026

• Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:45 AM to 3:15 PM

• Ideal for students, teachers, or those seeking short-term roles

• Note: Summer positions are short-term and do not include benefits
  

Fall Positions:

• Program length: early September 2026 through late June 2027

• Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:45 AM to 3:15 PM

• Benefits eligible (for qualifying employees)

• Ongoing training and potential for long-term growth

Benefits Offered:

• Paid time off (PTO)

• 401(k) match.

• Health Savings Account (HSA).

• Health insurance.

• Dental/vision insurance.

• Colonial Life Insurance.

• Direct weekly supervision and mentoring by DIRFloortime credentialed professionals.

• DIRFloortime training reimbursement.

• Career Advancement: Extensive support for those interested in advancing in this evolving field.

Work Location: South Orange, NJ

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:45 AM - 3:15 PM

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31,000/year