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 seeking an experienced leader to oversee and launch the daily operations of its integrated businesses: The Farmstead, Pathfinder Inn, and the Café/Bakery. The Director will be responsible for the business startup planning, daily management of retail and hospitality operations, rental coordination, staff supervision, and cross-departmental collaboration to ensure excellence in service, sustainability, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the successful launch of The Farmstead and related business units

• Develop and implement business plans, policies, and procedures

• Create systems to track key performance metrics

• Oversee daily market operations, café and bakery service, and inn and community center rentals

• Directly supervise the chef, kitchen and market staff, café/bakery staff, and housekeeping staff for the inn

• Participate in the development of marketing strategies to promote the integrated businesses

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, purchasing, and reporting

• Commitment to inclusive employment and understanding of supporting individuals with disabilities

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business startup, retail management, hospitality, or food service leadership

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, hospitality management, nonprofit management, or related field, or equivalent experience. A master’s degree is preferred 

The annual salary starts at $60,000 and is commensurate with experience.  Location: Edmeston, NY

The Clinical Office Assistant will be responsible for providing oversight of medications and appointments for the individuals residing at Pathfinder Village, Inc. The Clinical Office Assistant will meet their responsibilities in a manner which promotes best practice, proactive/preventative medicine, independence, inclusion, individuality, productivity, and self-advocacy for all program participants. The Clinical Office Assistant reports directly to the Clinical Coordinator.

Qualifications - Required

• High school diploma or equivalent

• NYS Driver’s license with clean record

Rate of pay: $16.25 an hour

Location: Edmeston, NY, USA

As a Registered Nurse Case Manager 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 $65,000, commensurate with experience

Location: Edmeston, NY, USA

Pathfinder Village is seeking a Classroom Aide. The Classroom Aide provides direct instructional or residential support services to children individually and in small groups under the general supervision of the special education teacher during school hours, and to the house manager when working to support children in their instructional and residential program. As such, they are expected to support and assist in the general operation of the classroom or house. The classroom aide supports students to become more independent in the areas of academics, communication, behavior management, prevocational training, and other areas of daily living skills.

• Hours are Monday - Friday, 7:00am to 3:00pm
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalency
• Hourly rate starts at $16.50 and is commensurate with experience

Location: Edmeston, NY, USA

This dynamic opportunity is ideal for someone who is passionate about helping individuals attain personal goals and achieve their dreams. Employment is one of life's biggest milestones. The role of the Vocational Services Professional (VSP) at Pathfinder Village is to deliver prevocational services to adults with I/DD who have expressed a desire to work and earn a paycheck. Vocational services not only provide individuals with opportunities to explore a variety of career paths and jobs, but also develop soft/hard skills that will prepare them for entering today's modern workforce. Working under the supervision of the Prevocational Site Supervisor, VSPs will have opportunities to work in a variety of setting both on and off campus, as well as network with our various community business partners.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalency
• Must have a valid NYS driver's license
• Preferred: 1 year+ experience working with individuals with developmental disability

The hourly rate of pay starts at $16.25 an hour and is commensurate with experience.

Location: Edmeston, NY, USA

Pathfinder Village is seeking a qualified Plan Writer in our compliance department. The Plan Writer is responsible for the development and coordination of formal supports and services for individuals with disabilities receiving applicable services at Pathfinder Village. Upholding individual rights and promoting person-centered outcomes while ensuring personal safety are essential hallmarks of this position. As a member of an individual's interdisciplinary team, the Plan Writer writes formal habilitation plans, trains staff, attends meetings, ensures regulatory compliance, and acts as a liaison with care managers. If necessary, the Plan Writer will participate in meetings to address behavior and medical needs.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in the human services field

• Occasional travel is required, valid NYS driver's license is required.

• Excellent verbal and written communication is required.

• Proficiency or knowledge of using a variety of computer software and email applications, especially Microsoft products.

Preferred Qualification:

• 1 year of experience working with individuals with disabilities.

 Position starts at $20 an hour and is commensurate with experience

Location: Edmeston, NY, USA

The Community Habilitation Specialist 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).