Current Openings

Pathfinder Village, a dynamic, open-access residential community for children and adults with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities, is seeking to fill the following positions in accordance with Pathfinder’s mission “that each life may find meaning.”

All positions may be applied for using the online pre-employment form. Applicants should also send letters of inquiry and employment histories to [email protected]. If you choose to send supporting documents through the mail, please address them to Human Resources, Pathfinder Village, 3 Chenango Road, Edmeston, NY 13335. Pathfinder Village is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). See vacancies below.

Pathfinder Village is seeing a Human Resources (HR) Assistant to support the Human Resources department with administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is professional, organized, an effective communicator, and has a strong commitment to confidentiality and integrity.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the processing of new hire paperwork, including background checks, employee verifications, and other aspect of onboarding

• Maintain and update job descriptions

• Maintain current driver list

• Attend job fairs and community events

• Coordinate open enrollment and benefits

• Maintain employee recognition list for births, deaths, and marriages

• Tasks delegated by supervisor

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• A working knowledge of Excel and Word

• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form

Required Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent

• Required: Valid NYS driver's license

• Required: 1+ years' experience working with people with disabilities

• Preferred: Supervisory experience

The hourly rate of pay is $18 an hour.

Location: Edmeston, NY, USA

This career opportunity is for the house manager of two of our residential homes. The house manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of both residential homes under the supervision and direction of the residential team leader. Thier management will ensure the safety, health, satisfaction, and well-being of residents. The house manager will also provide ongoing direct supervision for the residential staff within their team.

The house manager is held to a high standard of conduct and professionalism and must represent the organization with the highest level of integrity.

Required Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent

• Required: Valid NYS driver's license

• Required: 1+ years' experience working with people with disabilities

• Preferred: Supervisory experience

The hourly rate of pay starts at $24 an hour

Location: Edmeston, NY, USA

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) will be responsible for supporting and implementing residential and school student behavior plans created by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. The provide ABA interventions that encourage socially acceptable replacement behaviors, so individuals can build and improve upon their communication, social interactions, and problem solving skills. The RBT will meet their responsibilities in a manner which promotes best practice, proactive/preventative strategies, independence, inclusion, individuality, productivity, and self-advocacy for all program participants.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct program participant care in one-on-one and group settings

• Develop and implement data collection tracking tools.

• Monitor short-term and long-term objectives

• Collect and report on collected data

• Lead and organize social skills and play groups

• Provide behavior related education and support to staff, including orientation teaching, staff in-services, and SCIP-R instruction

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 1-2 years experience working with people with disabilities

Required Certifications

• Valid NYS driver's license

• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification from BACB within 6 months of hire

Hourly rate of pay

• $18 per hour for a hire without RBT certification

• $20 an hour for certified RBTs

Location: Edmeston, NY, USA

As a Registered Nurse at Pathfinder Village, you will be joining a comprehensive team of RN’s, LPN’s, Clinical Office Assistants, and a Clinical Coordinator working in the rewarding field of developmental disabilities. At Pathfinder Village, we truly embrace “each life finding meaning”, and pride ourselves on offering both staff and residents opportunities that encourage camaraderie, new life experiences, and lasting friendships. You will work closely with our residents, their families, and clinical teams to assist and support them in making their healthcare decisions; provide staff support and education for assisting residents with their changing needs across their lifespan; and manage acute and routine healthcare needs. You will collaborate with the established relationships that we have with our local healthcare providers. In this position, you will provide telephone triage along with dedicated office and on-site hours coordinated by the Chief Clinical Officer. 

Responsibilities:

• Carry a caseload consistent with OPWDD guidelines and specific individual needs

• Assist with attending appointments and communicating appointment results to residents, families, and staff

• Facilitate and maintain ongoing staff trainings and education regarding healthcare needs of the resident

• Work collaboratively with other department members to manage medications for residents

• Provide hands on care consistent with a home healthcare model

• Provide telephone triage services and on call rotation as assigned by the Director of Health Services

• Maintain CEU’s of approximately 6-10 per year

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (BA or BSN) from an accredited four-year college or university, OR

• An Associate's degree (ASN) from an accredited two-year private vocational school or community college with related experience

Required Certifications:

• NYS Registered Professional Nurse License

• Valid NYS driver's license

• Current certification in CPR

Annual salary: Starting at $80,000, commensurate with experience

Location: Edmeston, NY, USA

Direct Support Professional (DSP) - Chenango House
Pathfinder Village is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professional to join our team. The successful candidate will provide support and care to aging individuals with medical needs, helping them achieve their personal goals and improve their quality of life. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, implementing care plans, administering medications, and promoting community involvement. Comprehensive training provided. The ideal candidate would have experience working with elderly individuals and a background in medical care is preferred.

Scheduled Overtime: This position includes a rotating schedule with one week of 36 hours (three 12-hour shifts) and the following week of 48 hours (four 12-hour shifts). Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the regular hourly rate for any hours worked over 40 in a week.

Compensation

• Base Pay: $17.00 per hour

• Overtime Pay: $25.50 per hour (1.5 times base pay)

• Total Compensation: With scheduled overtime, the gross pay per payroll period will be $1496.00. If converted to an 80- hour payroll with no overtime, the equivalent hourly rate would be $18.70

Sign-On Bonus: $3,000 paid over time

Additional Offerings:

• Meals: Complimentary meals provided during shifts

• Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development

• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Incentive Pay: Performance-based incentive pay to reward outstanding work.

Location: Edmeston, NY, USA

At Pathfinder School, the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is responsible for conducting functional assessments and/or functional analysis (as needed), develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates behavior support plans. The BCBA will design supportive environments and conducts staff training to teach new skills and manage behaviors to maximize independence in activities of daily living.

The BCBA consults with parents, advocates, and Pathfinder staff on a variety of behavioral management issues and provides on-going behavioral intervention support in all settings. The BCBA provides staff training and behavior plan reviews to ensure proper implementation of these plans.

Qualifications:

• Required: Master's degree in behavior analysis or similar

• Certification in behavior analysis (BCBA) or in the process of obtaining certification

Annual salary: Starting at $65,000, commensurate with experience

Location: Edmeston, NY, USA

The Community Habilitation Specialist (Per Diem) provides support in a home or community setting that promotes success at the highest level of independence possible In addition to program-specific functions, this will include, but not be limited to: teaching and reinforcing a wide range of daily living skills, promoting independence, preventing and responding to crisis situations appropriately, encouraging self-advocacy and facilitating the development of natural supports. All services will be provided in collaboration with program participants and their service plan, utilizing a person-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Required: Valid NYS license

• Preferred: 1 year experience working with individuals with disabilities.

Hourly rate starts at $16.50 and is commensurate with experience.

Edmeston, NY, USA

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Special Education Teacher to join our team. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students with diverse learning needs.

This position offers a competitive salary, with certified teachers starting at $58,000 for the 10-month school year. Those who choose to work the summer session can earn an additional $9,600, bringing the total potential earnings to $67,600. Candidates who are actively working toward their certification will be considered at a lower starting rate.

Responsibilities include developing and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs), providing differentiated instruction to meet the unique needs of each student, and fostering a positive and engaging classroom environment. Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills are essential.

Qualified candidates should have a strong commitment to supporting students with special needs. A Special Education certification is preferred, though those actively pursuing certification will also be considered. If you are ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.

Edmeston, NY, USA

Pathfinder Village presently has 12-hour shift openings for Direct Support Professionals. Primary responsibilities include providing direct care and residential guidance/supports for individuals living with intellectual and other disabilities within an open-access community setting. Additional duties involve advocating and supporting informed choices of individuals within the greater community. Strong record keeping skills, local travel, flexibility, and a commitment to ongoing job training are required.

• 3 - 4 day work week.
• No prior work experience is required. 

Starting hourly rate ranges from $16.25 to $20.50 an hour, commensurate with experience. Overnight staff get an additional $3 an hour shift differential on top of their base rate when working an overnight shift.

Location: Edmeston, NY, USA

Thank you for your interest in employment at Pathfinder Village.  All positions may be applied for using the online pre-employment form. Applicants should also send job histories and Letters of Inquiry to [email protected]. If you choose to send supporting documents through the mail, please address them to Human Resources, Pathfinder Village, 3 Chenango Road, Edmeston, NY 13335.

Pathfinder Village is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).