Careers

For over 50 years, Alameda Family Services (AFS) has provided services that improve the emotional, physical, and psychological health of our community.  We are unique because of our focus on exceptional training and professional development. AFS offers robust clinical and early childhood education training through our Narrative Therapy Training Institute, School-based Services Internship program, and in one of the most comprehensive training programs available for parents or community members who are interested in exploring a career in early childhood development. 

We are looking for dedicated individuals who are eager to make a difference in the lives of Alameda families. As an employee of AFS, you will become part of a diverse and compassionate team working towards a common goal of building a community in which the well-being of all is realized. If you believe Alameda Family Services might be a good fit for you, please apply today!

Our Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and generous benefits program, including:

  • Work-Life Balance

    • Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday)

    • Flex time

  • Wellness

    • Health, dental, and vision 

    • Life insurance

    • Professional development opportunities

  • Savings

    • Competitive salary

    • 401(k) plan

    • Flexible spending account

AFS internship opportunities

Alameda Family Services actively supports and guides interns and staff to achieve the goals they have set out for themselves. Furthermore, interns in excellent standing may have the opportunity to transition into paid employment where they receive clinical supervision and are mentored towards licensure or teacher certification.

Current Open Positions:

Early Child Care Specialist: As an Early Child Care Specialist, you will provide prenatal, child development, health and family support services to families participating in our program.  The Early Child Care Specialist takes an active role in our classrooms to support child development services, including the inclusion of children with disabilities, implementing active supervision strategies, building positive relationships with parents, and fostering family engagement in early learning. The Early Child Care Specialist also conducts weekly home visits and twice monthly group socializations for up to 8 pregnant women, infants, toddlers and their families.

On Call Receptionist: As an On-Call Receptionist, you will play a crucial role ensuring continuing operations of AFS by picking up Day or Evening shifts when called. When on duty you will be responsible for managing the front desk and creating a welcoming environment for guests. You will act as the public face of AFS, greeting visitors, directing calls, handling client payments and supporting various administrative tasks.

ERMHS – School-Based Clinician: The Educationally Related Mental Health Services (ERMHS) School-Based Clinician is responsible for providing a full range of mental health services for students who qualify under their special education services within Alameda Unified School District (AUSD). In addition to providing individual and group psychotherapy, the ERMHS School-Based Clinician will also support the youth and family in a holistic manner, providing collateral, family therapy, and case management services as needed. The clinician is responsible for collaborating with school personnel across multiple sites to increase access to social emotional health services, as well as completing all documentation and data entry associated with services.

Therapist (Licensed or Unlicensed) This AFS Therapist will be co-located on the Village of Love (VOL) campus and serve the clients of VOL services. The VOL provides support to unhoused residents in the City of Alameda including a Safe Parking Program, Day Center, Overnight Shelter, Emergency Housing and an outreach team. Under the supervision of the Alameda Family Services Division Director, this position is responsible for providing on-site, strength-based, trauma-informed and culturally sensitive therapy, as well as crisis de-escalation and milieu support to clients of the Village of Love Day Center, emergency houses and outreach program.

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