Hear Commissioner Willow Baer talk with Susan Arbetter of Capitol Tonight about OPWDD’s new Developmental Disabilities Taskforce on Aging, which is a collaborative initiative between OPWDD and the Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council (DDAC). The Task Force, which will address the evolving needs of New Yorkers with developmental disabilities as they age, held its first meeting. Tune in here: https://lnkd.in/e4uNNzbQ
NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities
Government Administration
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OPWDD helps people with developmental disabilities live, work, and take part in their communities.
About us
The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is responsible for coordinating services for New Yorkers with developmental disabilities, including intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorders, Prader-Willi syndrome, and other neurological impairments. As New York State's second-largest state agency, we employ a workforce of more than 20,000 professionals. We have positions available in every county in the state at our regional and state office locations as well as within the community. We continuously recruit for positions in direct support and frequently recruit for nurses, doctors, dentists, psychiatrists, psychologists, and other clinical positions including social workers, dieticians, and occupational therapists. There are also many opportunities for people who seek administrative and clerical positions and those with backgrounds in health information management and maintenance and facility operations. People often come to OPWDD for a job but they stay for a career. Permanent, full-time New York State employees are eligible for a variety of attractive benefits including vacation, holiday, sick and personal leave; New York State Health Care Coverage; the New York State Retirement Plan; various payroll deduction savings programs including the Deferred Compensation Program, Flex Spending Accounts and Life and Disability Insurance. OPWDD also offers a Tuition Assistance Program and an Employee Assistance Program. If you're looking to make a difference and want to build a career, join the OPWDD team.
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http://www.opwdd.ny.gov
External link for NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities
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- Government Administration
- Company size
- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Albany, NY
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1978
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44 Holland Avenue
Albany, NY 12229, US
Employees at NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities
Updates
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This investment will improve access and quality for people with developmental disabilities in 'health care deserts.' Governor Hochul announced today $25 million in grants to that will go toward developing Regional Disability Health Clinics through OPWDD. https://lnkd.in/e-sk6B7f
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At OPWDD, you come to the agency for a job but stay for a career. OPWDD operates 13 offices statewide, with positions available in nearly every county, both at regional office locations and within the community. Each position can offer you numerous opportunities to grow a thriving career. Apply today on our website: https://lnkd.in/e-E7mEs5 #Hiring #HiringNow #CareerOpportunity #JobOpportunity
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There are several steps to getting OPWDD services. We call these steps the “Front Door” process. Watch our Front Door information videos on our website to learn more. https://lnkd.in/erCYXGd2
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Commissioner Willow Baer recently visited Sinergia, Inc., in New York City. This visit provided Spanish and English interpretations for staff and guests. Sinergia has been empowering people with developmental disabilities and their families since 1977, especially those facing barriers like language access and housing insecurity. Commissioner Baer was grateful to hear directly from families, self-advocates, and staff, and looks forward to continuing OPWDD’s partnership with Sinergia to ensure all New Yorkers with developmental disabilities can thrive.
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Everyone should get the chance to go on a hike. Thanks to the creativity of OPWDD’s Recreational Therapy team in Central New York, these people got to experience the trails at Green Lakes State Park in a whole new way. With the help of SOAR Experiences, six accessible track chairs made it possible to roll the full loop around the lake—including over sand for the very first time for one participant! Wegmans Food Markets generously covered SOAR’s travel costs, and SOAR’s founders donated their time and equipment to make this unforgettable experience possible.
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What a fantastic day today, celebrating our OPWDD Direct Support Professionals of the Year as we close out National Direct Support Recognition Week! Congratulations to this year's honorees. We value each and every one of you and all direct support professionals who give so much of themselves. Read more about them here: https://lnkd.in/epUshW-h
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If you were in Lower Manhattan below Houston Street or parts of Brooklyn, you may qualify for federal assistance. Find out if you’re eligible: ny.gov/september11
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Shining a light on the amazing work Direct Support Professionals do! OPWDD’s Adrienne Mazeau joined WIVB’s ‘Daytime Buffalo’ for Direct DSP Recognition Week. She talked about how important DSPs are, as well the career opportunities in the profession. Watch the interview: https://lnkd.in/exKVQHZN
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