Opportunities for Otsego is currently seeking qualified applicants for the positions listed below. To apply, send a fully completed application, resume, and cover letter to our Human Resources Department. Be sure to specify the position(s) you are applying for and sign the application form. Applications may be downloaded by clicking below, at 3 West Broadway in Oneonta, or can be requested by email or telephone (607.433.8012). Opportunities for Otsego is an equal opportunity employer.

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Administration 

NEW! Clerical Assistant: The Clerical Assistant provides administrative and clerical support services for the finance and human resource functions. Responsibilities include maintaining files and records, entering data, keyboarding, ensuring accuracy and compliance with procedures, and other various clerical duties. This is a 25-hour position with benefits. Qualifications: High School diploma/GED; one-year of relevant office experience; general knowledge of finance and human resources, basic computer skills and knowledge; a valid NYS driver’s license.

Early Childhood Services 

Assistant Teacher (Head Start - Oneonta & Cherry Valley sites): The Assistant Teacher supports the Classroom Teacher in helping children, ages 3-5, develop the early reading and math skills they need to be successful in school. Responsibilities include assisting in daily classroom activities, record keeping, and working with children and parents in a center-based program. This is a full time position with competitive benefits.  Qualifications:  High School Diploma/GED, current Child Development Associate credential for age group, one-year experience working with age appropriate group, and a valid New York State driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.  Anticipated Start: September 2010

Early Head Start Caregiver I:  The EHS Caregiver I works in a community-based day care center with infants and toddlers.  Responsibilities include assisting the Caregiver II in daily classroom activities, record keeping, and working with children and parents in a center based program.  This is a full-time position with competitive benefits.  Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED; current CDA; one-year experience working with pre-school children; and a valid New York State driver’s license.

Early Head Start Home Based Family Partner:  The Early Head Start Home Based Family Partner is part of a community-based program that provides comprehensive home-based services to families.  Responsibilities include case management, planning and conducting home visits and family socializations, making client referrals to community services, providing parent education, record keeping, and writing reports.  This is a full-time position with competitive benefits.  Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education or field related to human services; a valid New York State Driver’s License; and a personal vehicle.

Family Support Worker (Building Healthy Families):   The Family Support worker is a member of the Building Healthy Family team that works with clients to support parent-child bonding, child health and development, and family self-sufficiency by reducing the stress that comes with parenting.  Responsibilities include home visiting, conducting developmental assessments, case management, making referrals to medical and social services in the community, and providing parent education. This is a full-time position with competitive benefits.  Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in human services, social work, or related field; one-year relevant experience working with high-risk families; a valid New York State driver’s license with an acceptable driving record; and reliable transportation.

School Bus Driver (Head Start) – Multiple Openings:  The School Bus Driver is part a program that promotes family and child development and prepares children from low-income families to be successful in school.  Responsibilities include driving a school bus, observing traffic regulations for bus operations, enforcing bus and rider safety, assuring that children are left only with authorized caregivers, and providing required reports to supervisor. This is a full time position with competitive benefits. Qualifications:  High School Diploma/GED, possession or ability to obtain CDL-B license with Passenger Endorsement, ability to pass a physical examination required by NY State Department of Motor Vehicles, and successfully complete all training required before assuming driving duties. 

Energy Services

Energy Services Auditor/Heating Technician (Weatherization Program): The Energy Services Auditor/Heating Technician assists households in reducing their heating and cooling costs by providing comprehensive home energy assessments on client’s homes and developing comprehensive work scopes for crews to follow. Responsibilities include performing HVAC measures, proper sizing of heating systems, conducting installations and repairs, educating clients in energy conservation, and performing energy conservation work on client’s homes as needed to meet production goals.  This is a full-time position with competitive benefits.  Qualifications:  HS Diploma/GED; two-year technical degree; five years construction experience, and valid NYS driver’s license. Candidates must obtain Lead Safe Supervisory Certification within first 30 days of employment and BPI certifications within first six months of employment.

NEW! Energy Services Office Administrator: The Energy Service Office Administrator works in the Energy Services program that assists households to reduce their heating and cooling costs.  Responsibilities include organizing and coordinating office operations and procedures, supervising administrative staff, program purchasing, tracking program revenue and expenditures, administering program purchasing and sub-contracts, and report preparation. This is a full-time position with competitive benefits.  Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED required; Associates Degree in business administration desirable; two-years relevant experience in office and administrative work;  strong skills in spreadsheet and data base software, office organization, and interpersonal communication;  supervision experience desirable; current NYS Drivers License.

HEAP Intake Worker (Home Energy Assistance Program):  The HEAP Intake Worker assists income-eligible households in meeting their winter heating costs by coordinating payments for heating fuel.  Responsibilities include interviewing and screening clients, assisting in applications, making initial determinations for assistance, and maintaining data. This is a temporary position to cover the upcoming heating season.  Qualifications:  High School Diploma/GED, strong math and record keeping skills, and the ability to work with clients in a busy environment.

Housing and Employment Services 

Emergency Housing Associates (Part Time and Substitute Positions):  The Emergency Housing Associate supports homeless clients in the Opportunities for Otsego emergency housing facility. Responsibilities include ensuring the security, safety, and health of shelter residents and staff, supporting and advocating for shelter residents, collaborating with other community programs and organizations, covering the program hotline, and on-call coverage as assigned. Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED, experience in human services area, and a valid NYS Driver’s License.

NEW! Housing Advocate:  The Housing Advocate works in a program team that provides a variety of support services for clients who need assistance to obtain or retain safe, stable, affordable housing.  Responsibilities include conducting client intake and assessments, assisting clients to locate or retain appropriate housing, providing counseling and training  to eligible homeless and at risk households, maintaining data, and writing reports.  This is a full time position with competitive benefits.  Qualifications:  Bachelors Degree Social Work or related field; one year of relevant experience working in human services; knowledge of issues related to homelessness and low-income housing; proficiency in computer software and internet applications; valid New York State Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

Victim Services

Crisis Intervention Associate (Substitute Positions): The Crisis Intervention Associate supports victims of domestic violence and sexual assault by maintaining a safe environment at the domestic violence shelter, conducting intake interviews, providing client support, advocacy, and medical accompaniment, assisting in case management and crisis intervention, and answering the domestic violence/sexual assault hotline. On-call substitutes needed for all shifts. Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED, a valid NYS driver’s license, and experience in human services.

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Last Updated 8/31/10