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Upstate Cerebral Palsy is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families.

We provide innovative programs and services that support individuals of all abilities. We create everyday miracles, one opportunity, and one person at a time.

We provide care and support to more than 15,000 children and adults annually. With over 80 locations throughout Central New York, we employ medical, clinical, and therapeutic personnel, teachers, social service staff, maintenance, clerical, and general support staff.

Our goal is theirs. We help individuals of all abilities reach their fullest potential through achieving independence, self-worth, and personal goals.

From experiencing an individual’s first words, first steps, and first milestone, to helping implement a change on a daily basis, we are an agency of extraordinary success stories. Our staff experiences the rewarding impact that they create each and every day.

We hire professional, passionate, empathetic individuals with a track record of success and great leadership potential. This includes professionals at all stages of their career, from high school to college graduates, to mid and senior-level professionals looking to make a difference in the lives of others. Our team members come from all backgrounds with a wide array of talents and interests, all with a common goal of helping children and adults reach their fullest potential.

Interested in making a difference in the lives of others?

Opportunities that Celebrate Inspiration Creators and Miracle Makers

Positions are available across Central New York, including Oneida, Herkimer, Lewis, and Madison Counties.

Our open positions include:

Direct Support Positions serving Education, Residential, and Day Habilitation Programs
Specialist Positions including BCBAs, ABA Therapists, and Employment Coaches
Medical, Clinical & Therapist Positions including Nurses, Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists, Doctors, and Psychology Professionals
Education Positions including Special Education Teachers, Assistants and Aides
Administrative & Support Positions including working in Finance, IT, HR, Development, Maintenance, and more

Featured Positions

Social Worker:

The Social Worker (MSW) is responsible to promote the individuals’ recovery, promote consumer involvement, provide counseling through individual and group work, ensure compliance with Governmental and Agency Regulations and operating standards, complete all records and reports, act as a liaison with other Divisions/Agencies, provide support and consultation, collaborate with consumers and significant others, serve as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, and provide crisis intervention.

Master’s Degree in Social Work (M.S.W.) with at least 12 semester hours of clinical coursework.
Basic Computer Skills (Windows, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Word, Excel).
Must have a valid NYS Driver License

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Registered Nurse:

The Registered Nurse is responsible to assess and monitor medical concerns, review, provide nursing care to program participants, complete required documentation, provide in-services to staff, collaborate with physicians and nurse practitioners, certify AMAP’s, review and act on incident reports, provide on-call coverage and participate in Agency activities.

AAS Degree in Nursing
Current and valid New York State Registered Nurse license
Must have a valid NYS Driver License

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Speech Language Pathologist:

The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible to evaluate and assess program participants, educate individuals and team members, complete required documentation, communicate with other health care professionals on the program participants’ IPP/IEP, assist with departmental maintenance and supplies, participate in Agency activities, assist in orientation to the department and assist with equipment adaptation.

Masters in Speech-Language Pathology
Valid New York State license and registration as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
Basic Computer Skills (Windows, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Word, Excel)
Must have a valid NYS Driver License
Clinical fellowship candidates welcome

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Direct Support Specialist - School Age and Adult:

The Residence Counselor is responsible to implement each individualized plan, attend to personal care needs, oversee the health, safety and well-being of the people we support, keep nurses advised, participate in Agency activities, transport and accompany people we support on activities and assist in daily housekeeping and other facility-related duties and maintain documentation.

High School Diploma or equivalent
Up to 1 year of experience
Must have a valid NYS Driver License

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Licensed Practical Nurse:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible to provide daily nursing care, order medications, provide updates to the RN and Nurse Practitioners, train and orient AMAP’s, schedule appointments, participate in Agency activities and complete required documentation.

A.A.S. Degree or High School Diploma plus Specialized Trade Certificate
Valid NYS Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse and current NYS Registration Certificate
Must have a valid NYS Driver License

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Teacher Assistant:

The Teacher Assistant is responsible to aid with classroom activities, contribute to lesson planning, provide instruction, pursue individual IEP’s, provide daily ADL care, assist the team in planning activities, maintain accurate and timely records/charts, and participate in Agency activities.

High School Diploma or GED
The employee must possess one of the following:
- A valid NYS Teaching Assistant Level I certification or documentation verifying that all requirements have been met and submitted to NYSED Office of Teaching.
- A valid NYS classroom teacher’s certificate
Must maintain Valid Level I Teacher Assistant Certification
Must have a valid NYS Driver License

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Special Education Teacher:

The Special Education Teacher is responsible to see that each child’s IEP is carried out, take part in interdisciplinary team meetings, oversee classroom aides and assistants, compile reports and statistics, maintain supplies, and participate in Agency activities.

Master’s Degree in Special Education
Current Permanent New York State Teacher Certification in Special Education
At least 3 years’ experience full-time classroom teaching
Must have a valid NYS Driver License

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Board Certified Behavior Analyst:

The Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) of Upstate Cerebral Palsy will lead the quality of autism services, agency education and collaborative partnership initiatives for the purpose of strengthening the infrastructure of supports available to children and adults with autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities and their families.

Master’s Degree in Psychology, Special Education or related field. Doctorate preferred in a related field.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification required. License in Behavior Analysis preferred.
Two years of relevant experience in a related field
Must have a valid NYS Driver License

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Residence Manager- School Age and Adult:

The Residence Manager is responsible to oversee daily shift operations, ensure accomplishment of program-wide goals, coordinate the scheduling of staff, complete all records and reports, facilitate on-site orientation and training, and monitor and provide supervisory oversight to the overall operations of the program. Participate in Agency activities under the supervision of the Coordinator.

Minimum Requirement: Associates Degree in a related field (human services, sociology, general studies, etc.). 15 credit hours in a related field must be completed to qualify for the residence manager position.
BS/BA in Human Services or related field preferred
Minimum one-year experience
Must have a valid NYS Driver License

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Empowerment through
Exceptional Opportunities

Upstate Cerebral Palsy creates exceptional opportunities, not only for the individuals we serve but for our staff of Miracle Makers as well!

We offer a variety of benefits to both full-time and part-time employees who meet our eligibility requirements.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, which includes:

HOW TO BECOME A MIRACLE MAKER

Ready to begin your rewarding career at Upstate Cerebral Palsy?

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