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The Arc Oneida-Lewis

Coverage Coordinator

Utica, NY · On-site

$41K/yr

Associate's degree and 2-year experience in working in an OPWDD residential home, or a High School Diploma and 3 years' experience in working in an OPWDD residential home. * Preferred Administrative ...

New York State

Habilitation Specialist 1

Frankfort, NY · On-site

$53K - $68K/yr

All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining ...

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New York State

Registered Nurse 1

Boonville, NY · On-site

$96K - $105K/yr

All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining ...

Upstate Cerebral Palsy

Broker

Utica, NY · On-site

$17.62 - $18/hr

Must meet and maintain OPWDD Broker training and certification requirements. * Working knowledge of community resources available in the community. * Travel is required. Must have a valid NYS driver ...

Upstate Cerebral Palsy

Broker

Utica, NY · On-site

$17.62 - $18/hr

Must meet and maintain OPWDD Broker training and certification requirements. * Working knowledge of community resources available in the community. * Travel is required. Must have a valid NYS driver ...

Upstate Caring Partners

Broker

Utica, NY · On-site

$17.62 - $18/hr

Must meet and maintain OPWDD Broker training and certification requirements. * Working knowledge of community resources available in the community. * Travel is required. Must have a valid NYS driver ...

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How much do opwdd jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for opwdd in Rome, NY is $23.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.57 and $24.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an OPWDD?

An OPWDD job typically involves working with individuals with developmental disabilities to support their daily living, personal growth, and community integration. These positions can include direct support professionals (DSPs), care coordinators, and administrative roles within the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) system. Responsibilities may involve assisting with personal care, job training, social activities, and advocacy to improve the quality of life for individuals. Many OPWDD jobs require patience, compassion, and training in areas like behavioral support and crisis intervention.

What does an OPWDD do?

A typical day in an OPWDD-related position involves providing direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities, assisting with daily living activities, and working closely with interdisciplinary teams to follow individualized service plans. You may help with personal care, facilitate participation in community programs, document progress, and communicate with families or guardians. While the work can present challenges, such as adapting to varying needs and behaviors, it is highly rewarding and offers opportunities to make a meaningful difference. Team meetings, ongoing training, and collaboration with healthcare professionals are also common, ensuring a supportive and dynamic work environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in an OPWDD position?

To excel in a role serving individuals within the OPWDD (Office for People With Developmental Disabilities) system, you typically need experience in direct care or human services, along with a high school diploma or higher education in a related field. Familiarity with individual service plans (ISPs), documentation tools, and state-mandated training or certifications (like CPR/First Aid) is often required. Compassion, strong communication skills, patience, and teamwork set outstanding professionals apart in this field. These competencies help ensure that individuals with developmental disabilities receive high-quality, personalized support that promotes dignity and independence.

What skills are needed for Opwdd jobs?

Opwdd jobs typically require strong communication, patience, and interpersonal skills to support individuals with developmental disabilities. Additionally, skills in documentation, teamwork, and familiarity with care procedures or behavior management are important; some positions may also require certifications such as CPR or first aid.

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Coordinator - START (Region 2 - North)

YAI

East Syracuse, NY • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

YAI rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account.
Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities
  • Maintains an active caseload of up to 20 - 25 individuals referred for START Services and provides systemic consultation based on assessment and outreach findings, using ecomaps and providing consultation to systems/teams as needed using best practices, escalating concerns accordingly to supervisor and/or Clinical or Medical Director.
  • Conducts regular outreach visits to each individual's home, day and/or vocational settings as applicable to complete evaluations and assessments on an as needed or regular basis though in-person and/or telehealth visits, as required based on level of support needed, activity level and/or project scope (e.g. tier).
  • Assists with referrals for consultation and treatment as needed, including screening for enrollment in START, completion of intake assessments across assigned region(s) consistent with applicable timelines and/or referrals to clinical team, Medical or Clinical Director or Resource Center, as appropriate.
  • Ensures the coordination of support meetings and crisis plan development for individuals served through START, using the START Action Plan for planning and strategizing; provides information and results to and coordinates responses with Medical and/or Clinical Director, as needed, appropriately escalating concerns to START clinical team.
  • Develops Comprehensive Service Evaluations, Cross-Systems Crisis Prevention and Intervention Plans, intake/assessments, intervention and outcome plans for START Therapeutic Coaching Program, Resource Center admissions/discharges and any other applicable documentation of services provided.
  • Participates in recurring consultation, staff and other meetings with START leadership, clinical team and START Therapeutic Coaching program.
  • Provides on-call support on a regularly scheduled, rotational basis as part of START team.
  • Completes and maintains all applicable documentation, paperwork and/or records on a timely basis including resolution of concerns and reporting of incidents.
  • Accurately enters all required data into START Information Reporting System and other appropriate systems, as required by state, on a timely and contemporaneous basis.
  • Conducts regular outreach with community partners to maintain linkages and relationships.
  • Develops materials and presents at Clinical Education Team Meetings as assigned by the director or designee.
  • Participates in the Center for START Services National Network, which brings together projects from across North America through an online resource center, conference calls, select study groups and a meeting at an annual conference and/or other START events, as recommended.
  • Completes and maintains all necessary trainings based on assigned program/region to ensure compliance with YAI policies, NCSS and applicable state regulatory agency (e.g. OPWDD, DDS) requirements, including obtaining and maintaining START Coordinator certification.
  • Complies with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g., lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.)
  • Master's degree in Mental Health, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work or other Human Service field; and
  • At least two (2) years of experience working with the I/DD population and/or behavioral health needs; or
  • Satisfactory combination of education, experience and/or training as authorized by START/NCSS and/or appropriate State regulatory agency (e.g. OPWDD, etc.); however, all START Coordinators must have at least a bachelor's degree in human services discipline.
  • Successful completion of START Coordinator Certification training within 12 months of appointment, including demonstration of competencies in all associated areas.
  • Ability to provide on-call coverage for crisis services on a regularly recurring basis, as designated by START leadership in assigned region beyond regular work hours including weekdays, weekends, evenings and/or overnight on a 24/7 basis, as required.
  • Ability to travel regularly across assigned region(s) to conduct in-person assessments, evaluations and visits as required by caseload and to occasionally travel across other regions within state of operations and/or to other states as needed for NCSS meetings or events.
  • Ability to meet essential physical demands of position including having the physical capacity to implement supports which includes using hands to handle, finger or feel objects, tools or controls; walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling and reaching with hands and arms; ability to lift, carry and transport items needed for therapeutic interventions performed in a variety of environmental settings, weighing up to 25 pounds to/from sessions, as needed and ability to implement crisis intervention plan if/as needed, which may include running.
  • Ability to work with complex systems and an interest in the population is essential.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
  • Independent and organized with strong communication and writing skills.
  • Highly flexible personality type and willingness to take initiative.

For assignments in the State of California, START Coordinators must meet the following additional requirement:
  • Valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above)
  • Experience working with individuals with I/DD with cooccurring diagnoses and complex behavioral needs
  • Experience working with people and their families and/or social service providers
  • Verbal and/or written fluency in Spanish highly preferred; fluency in other language(s) may be preferred based on assigned region(s) and caseload

Compensation
  • $55,000 to $62,000 annualized

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To ensure fairness, safeguard transparency, and promote an equitable workforce environment, YAI Network prohibits the practice of nepotism in the workforce and hiring process.

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YAI has been dedicated to providing innovative services for the intellectual and/or developmental disability (I/DD) community since its founding in 1957 at a time when institutional living was the norm for people with I/DD. Operating in New York State, northern New Jersey, and California, YAI has a team of over 4,000 employees and supports over 20,000 people of all ages in the I/DD community today.

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1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

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