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 internships 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

Current Open Positions:

Director of Human Resources: Under the supervision of the Executive Director (ED), the Human Resources (HR) Director is responsible for the delivery of exceptional human resources services to 150+ employees/interns. This position oversees areas including recruitment, benefits administration, employee relations, and leave management along with compliance with applicable laws as well as HR department staff. The HR Director will also serve as a strategic partner to the ED and AFS management in furthering a staff-oriented organizational culture and guiding AFS’ long-term people strategy. Maintaining positive, proactive, and collaborative relationships that are facilitated through excellent communication is key.

Clinic Coordinator (School-Based Health Center): A Clinic Coordinator works under the direct supervision of the School-Based Health Centers Manager. The Clinic Coordinator is responsible for providing administrative, clerical, and program support to the School-Based Health Center (SBHC) through coordinating daily operations and services. This position is responsible for reception, scheduling, health education, billing, & data entry, as well as supporting mental health outreach and youth development. The position includes collaboration with members of the Clinic Coordinator Team and other School-Based Services Staff.

Infant/Toddler Teacher: Under the supervision of the Center Director/Site Supervisor, the Infant/Toddler Teacher is responsible for providing a safe environment for children to learn and thrive. The Infant/Toddler Teacher is responsible for working with a teaching team in creating a safe and supportive learning environment for up to eight children, 6 to 36 months of age in accordance with the Head Start Program Performance Standards, State of California Title 5, Community Care Licensing and other associated federal, state and local regulations.

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.

Project Coordinator: The Project Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and support of developing an ACES (Adverse Childhood Experiences) screening protocol and referral process at the three school-based health centers as part of a grant contract from UCSF/UCLA ACEs Aware Family Resilience Network (UCAAN). The Project Coordinator works in collaboration with the Clinical Program Manager and under direct supervision of the Division Director. This position is responsible for reporting and data management, outreach & engagement with youth and families, well as facilitating and scheduling presentations and trainings. This position also includes direct collaboration with school site leadership to fully integrate ACEs into health center programming.


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