The Village Family Services is a community-based nonprofit organization focused on the prevention and treatment of child abuse and family violence. The agency serves children and families of primarily Latino descent living in the greater Los Angeles area that includes North Hollywood, Glendale, Burbank, Van Nuys, and San Fernando. Our holistic approach towards accomplishing our mission is to provide comprehensive bilingual/bicultural mental health services that address and prevent child abuse and neglect. Services are provided through five major areas: Mental Health, Foster Care, Domestic Violence, Parenting Support, and Wraparound Services.

Current position openings are listed below. If you would like to apply for a position, please submit resume and cover letter to Human Resources at hr@thevillagefs.org.



Post Date: February, 24 2010 Type: Full Time
Start Date: ASAP Salary: Excellent Salary and Benefits
Location: United States - California - North Hollywood
Position Summary: Therapist – Licensed/MFT or LCSW therapist for MAT (Multidisciplinary Assessment Team) to provide comprehensive assessments, for children ages 0 to 5 and older, in the community for newly detained DCFS cases. .

    Minimum Requirements:
  • Licensed therapist, LMFT / LCSW, PhD, PSYD
  • Bilingual (Spanish/English)
  • Excellent assessment skills
  • Must have strong communication skills and ability to join with clients
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage stress
    Additional Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (DMH) paperwork
  • Evidence Based Treatment knowledge and experience is a plus
  • Experience with children ages 0-5
    Duties and Responsibilities
  • Assess clients for psychosocial, emotional, developmental, medical and educational needs.
  • Meets with clients individually, in home, and in group sessions for therapy.
  • Assesses clients for therapeutic needs.
  • Makes appropriate referrals as needed.
  • Writes progress reports to other agencies and professionals as needed.
  • Reports suspected/alleged child abuse.
  • Ensures all communication requirements are met on each case.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to connect with children/families under stress.

Additional Information:
All positions are subject to qualification review, clean driving record, medical release and DOJ fingerprinting.