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19 Career Opportunities at Otsego County Chapter NYSARC, Inc.


New Posting Warehouse Worker
Oneonta, NY13820

Responsible for moving materials to and from warehouse from the production floor. Unloading incoming materials and loading outgoing shipments. Will provide back-up for the Warehouse Manager. Trained to use pallet jacks, forklift, clamp truck, stretch wrapping machine, UPS shipping system. Responsible for driving 24’ straight truck to make deliveries and pick-up materials. As assigned, work on the production floor. As the need arises, may be assigned to provide transportation services for individuals who receive prevocational and supported employment services and who work at Creekside Industries.


New Posting Assistant Director of Community Services
Oneonta, NY13820

The Assistant Director of Community Services is responsible for the oversight, coordination, and quality assurance of community-based services including Self-Directed Services, Fiscal Intermediary (FI) Services, Community Habilitation, and Respite (Recreation and Family Support Services).

This position provides direct supervision to program leadership and staff, ensures compliance with Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) regulations, and supports the development and expansion of community services.

The Assistant Director plays a key role in fostering relationships with local school districts, families, and community partners to promote awareness of available services and support successful transitions into adult services.


The Guardianship, Supported-Decision Making (SDM), & Advocacy Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the Agency’s Guardianship Program and serving as the primary liaison to the Guardianship Committee and The Arc NY Guardianship Team. This role ensures the coordination, compliance, and documentation of guardianship activities while supporting clear communication and follow-through on legally authorized actions. The Coordinator advances Supported Decision-Making and self-advocacy by promoting informed choice, least restrictive practices, and individual rights. Working collaboratively with individuals served, families, interdisciplinary teams, and external partners, the position ensures all efforts remain person-centered, rights-based, and compliant.


Volunteer
Oneonta, NY13820

Volunteers and interns will assist with non–direct care tasks that support individuals with disabilities and the programs that serve them. This is an as-needed, irregular opportunity, with volunteer and intern support provided during special events, projects, or other occasions. Duties may include helping with activities, organizing materials, providing administrative or event support, and contributing to a welcoming and inclusive environment. While this role does not involve direct care, volunteers and interns play an important part in ensuring programs run smoothly and that participants have a positive and meaningful experience.


Re-Use Center Assistant
Oneonta, NY13820

This part-time, non-exempt position is responsible for carrying out all aspects of retail operations. The Re-Use Center Assistant will deliver excellent customer service, creating positive interactions with customers and donors while supporting coworkers in the sorting, pricing and merchandising of products. Additionally, Re-Use assistants will maintain donation intake areas, load, unload and move furniture, building materials and other merchandise.


This direct care position is responsible for overall service delivery, development and monitoring of the program plan and training of the people responsible for implementation of the program plan. These responsibilities are required to ensure consistent service delivery.


Employment Specialist
Oneonta, NY13820

The Employment Specialist works with individuals who receive supported employment services to assist with preparing for, obtaining, and maintaining competitive employment by providing on the job training and supports to enhance work performance and success within community jobs.


The Self-Direction Direct Support Professional (DSP) provides person-centered support to individuals with developmental disabilities in their homes and communities. This position is part of New York State’s Self-Direction program, where the person receiving services hires, trains, and directly supervises the DSP. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living skills, community engagement, and supporting personal goals. Services are tailored to the individual’s preferences, empowering them to live a self-determined life. While employed through The Arc Otsego as the Fiscal Intermediary, the DSP is accountable to the individual for day-to-day direction and feedback. This role is ideal for compassionate, flexible professionals who value respect, autonomy, and meaningful support.


Provide direct support services to individuals with developmental disabilities in any Arc Otsego program. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) delivers quality services as outlined in participants’ program plan(s) by encouraging and facilitating the development of each individual in reaching his/her maximum potential while guaranteeing the safety, health, and well-being of all assigned individuals. Assists individuals with daily living activities, Day Habilitation, Vocational Training and other Program Activities, implements program plans, maintains a safe, secure, and clean environment, accurately and thoroughly completes all required documentation and completes other duties as assigned. Serve as a role model to people living in the residence, participating in program(s) and to other employees.


Provide direct support services to individuals with developmental disabilities in any Arc Otsego program. The Direct Support Professional (DSP) delivers quality services as outlined in participants’ program plan(s) by encouraging and facilitating the development of each individual in reaching his/her maximum potential while guaranteeing the safety, health, and well-being of all assigned individuals. Assists individuals with daily living activities, Day Habilitation, Vocational Training and other Program Activities, implements program plans, maintains a safe, secure, and clean environment, accurately and thoroughly completes all required documentation and completes other duties as assigned. Serve as a role model to people living in the residence, participating in program(s) and to other employees. 


Provide direct support services to individuals with developmental disabilities living in their home environment. Deliver quality services by encouraging and facilitating the development of each individual in reaching his/her maximum potential while guaranteeing the safety, health, and wellbeing of all individuals. Specifically, assists individuals with daily living activities; implements program plans, maintains a secure environment and accurately completes all required documentation. Also serve as a role model to people receiving services. The Rate of Pay for this position is $15.50 per hour.


Clinical Assistant
Oneonta, NY13820

Responsible for providing direct support services as outlined in all treatment plans, with a focus on wheelchair and adaptive equipment oversight. Responsibilities include assisting with the setup, maintenance, and repair of wheelchairs and other adaptive devices, supporting clinical treatment plans, and completing related clerical tasks. The role requires empathy, advocacy, respectful communication, and adherence to agency values and ethical standards. The Clinical Assistant also serves as a Qualified Trainer for adaptive equipment use and clinical support programs in Day and Residential settings.


Assistant Home Manager
Oneonta, NY13820

The Assistant Home Manager provides day-to-day support to the Home Manager to ensure successful operations within the home. The Assistant Home Manager will be responsible for the daily operations, supervision and guidance to staff working in the home in coordination with and in the absence of the Home Manager. The Assistant Home Manager will be on the master schedule providing direct services as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) for a portion of their weekly schedule during the work week. In addition, will ensure that there is adequate protection of each person’s health, dignity, safety, comfort, well-being, and civil, human, and legal rights, and that each person’s preferences are considered.


Home Manager
Cooperstown, NY13326

Home Managers are responsible for day-to-day management of the facilities assigned (including but not limited to, the overall health, safety, development and supervision of staff and residents). Managers will create relationships with individuals supported and develop and/or implement individual service plans using creative and thoughtful techniques. Managers are responsible for working with their assigned team to ensure that the requirements of the plan are met and maintained. A house manager will be able to work independently supervising all functions of the residential home (supervision of individuals supported and staff). You will maintain group home facilities and perform administrative duties, transport individuals, and perform other duties as assigned.


New Posting General Housekeeper
Oneonta, NY13820

The General Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout assigned agency buildings and common areas. This position performs routine housekeeping and janitorial duties to support health, safety, and infection control standards while ensuring facilities are welcoming and well maintained for individuals served, staff, and visitors. The Housekeeper uses approved cleaning methods, chemicals, and equipment in accordance with agency policies and regulatory requirements and reports maintenance or safety concerns to appropriate supervisory staff. Reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently are essential to this role.


New Posting Registered Nurse
Oneonta, NY13820

The Residential RN is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing oversight to individuals living in agency-operated IRAs in accordance with OPWDD regulations, Federal and State law, and Agency policy. The RN ensures timely assessments, medication and health management, clinical follow-up, staff training, and ongoing coordination with providers to ensure the health, wellness, and safety of all assigned individuals.


New Posting Maintenance Worker
Oneonta, NY13820

Responsible for multi-craft work to maintain, repair and general upkeep of all Agency owned properties, equipment, and repairable tools. Carries out special maintenance, installation and fabrication projects as directed.


New Posting Marketing & Events Coordinator
Oneonta, NY13820

The Events Coordinator at The Arc Otsego will lead all logistics for agency-wide events, and support the planning, coordination, and execution of various community events and programs that serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and the greater community. This role involves working closely with the events team to handle logistics, manage registrations, coordinate with sponsors and volunteers, and ensure all participants have positive and inclusive experience at organizational events.


Program Support Coordinator
Oneonta, NY13820

The Program Support Coordinator supports Residential and Day Services by managing individual funds, coordinating benefits, and helping ensure financial records are accurate and compliant. This role works closely with program leadership to monitor personal allowance, complete audits, and support day-to-day financial processes that impact individuals’ quality of life.