GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Thank you for your interest in serving the needs of abused and neglected children. Five Acres is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. ALL candidates who transport clients MUST have a good driving record, a minimum of 3 years driving experience, and a valid California driver’s license. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. PLEASE NOTE: The requisition number for the desired position must be included when submitting an application or resume via fax, mail or walk-in. Use the associated links to begin your application online. Submit all applications  and resumes to: Robin Smith Jurado, Asst. Director HR, Recruitment - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it   (626) 798-6793, Extension 2210.

OPENINGS UPDATED 3/5/10

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THERAPISTS / CLINICIAL POSITIONS

THERAPISTS/CLINICIANS
Full-time (40 hr) clinical therapist positions are available in Five Acres' Intensive Treatment Foster Care Program in our El Monte office. MSW/MA in mental health related field, registration with the BBS, and knowledge of DMH paperwork, required. Bi-lingual Spanish skills and adoptions and/or foster care placement experience, required. POSTED DATE: 12/18/09 REVISED DATE: 3/5/10 REQUISITION # 120904
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COMMUNITY BASED PROGRAMS

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY BASED PROGRAMS
Full time (40 hrs/week) position responsible for the management and implementation of the TBS/BRS, Aftercare, MAT and Public School Support Programs and services.  This position will supervise and monitor clinical activities, case management, advocacy and related services to assigned clients of assigned program and will be responsible for fiscal management of budgets and employee development.  Must have previous supervisory experience; MSW/MA degree in a mental heath related field and registration with the BBS, required; LCSW/LMFT, preferred. POSTED DATE: 1/25/10 REQUISITION # 011003
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RESEARCH PROGRAM

RESEARCH SPECIALIST
Full-time (40 hr) position responsible for coordinating research/evaluation activities at Five Acres, including program reviews and CQI. Master’s or higher degree in social work, psychology or related discipline desired.  At least one year of research experience in child welfare, mental health, education or other applied field. Statistical and computer skills required.  Must be detail-oriented, have strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and be able to work independently and in teams. POSTED DATE: 11/25/09 REQUISITION # 110905
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WRAPAROUND  PROGRAM

CHILD AND FAMILY SPECIALIST
On-call position to provide case management, assessment of needs and advocacy services to clients within the Wraparound program. Bachelor’s degree in mental health related field and four years’ experience with SED children, required. Bilingual Spanish skills, required. POSTED DATE: 11/13/09 UPDATED 12/28/09 REQUISITION # 110903
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Please apply for employment through the links available above. Download a JOB APPLICATION using the PDF near the top of this page. Applications and resumes can be faxed to the Human Resources Department at (626) 797-1322, ATTN: Robin Smith Jurado.  Applications are also available at, and can be submitted to: Five Acres, Human Resources at 760 West Mountain View Street, Altadena, CA 91001. To submit by Fax (626) 797-1322. General email should not be utilized for the transfer of sensitive data. Five Acres is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.