Employment Opportunities
Start your career with Family Enrichment Network and make a difference in your community
Below you will find the available opportunities at the Family Enrichment Network as well as an employment application. For more information, contact Mary DiFulvio at (607) 723-8313 ext. 814 or mdifulvio@familyenrichment.org.
Please mail all applications to:
Family Enrichment Network
Attn: Mary DiFulvio
24 Cherry Street
Johnson City, NY
13790
Click this link for an employment application: Employment Application
Speech/Language Pathologist
The Speech/Language Pathologist works part of a multidisciplinary preschool team working in integrated early childhood settings. Responsible for evaluations, treatment plans, and direct service. Center based (no travel).
Qualifications: NYS licensed, preschool exp. preferred. Competitive Salary. Position is in Chenango County
Early Head Start Teacher
The Early Head Start Teacher leads the classroom team in assessing and responding to the individual needs of Early Head Start participants and makes weekly contact to assess educational, health, nutrition, and social service needs and to enhance the parent(s)’ ability to meet those needs through the appropriate use of community resources.
Qualifications: AAS in ECE or Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential for Infant and Toddler Caregivers or an equivalent credential that addresses comparable competencies. At least two years demonstrated experience working with infants/toddlers and families of low‑income. Willingness to become knowledgeable regarding Head Start philosophy and regulations and the community we serve. Car and Drivers License required.
Family Advocate
The Family Advocate works together with families enrolled in the Early Head Start Programs to assess family functioning and enhance parent(s)' ability to meet their own needs through the appropriate use of community resources. Additionally, the Family Advocate carries-out recruitment and transition activities.
Qualifications: BA Degree in Human Services or related field with knowledge of child development or completion of a degree and/or Family Development Credential within 18 months of employment. Job requires traveling within area served by the program. Must have valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle. Position may require evening and weekend hours.
Certified Teacher
The Certified Teacher leads the classroom team in assessing, planning, and responding to the individual needs of Head Start and School District sponsored children enrolled in a full day, full year Universal Pre-kindergarten program.
Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree with Teacher Certification. At least two years experience teaching in a developmentally appropriate preschool setting. Willing to become knowledgeable regarding Head Start philosophy, local School District and NYS Office of Children and Family Services regulations, and the community we serve. Ability to work collaboratively as a team member with designated school district staff /officials. Job requires traveling within the area served by the program. Must have valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
Lead Teacher
Lead Teacher leads the classroom team in assessing and responding to the individual needs of Head Start and Community Development sponsored children in each of two sessions. This person oversees satellite center operations and provides daily support and assistance to classroom staff and volunteers.
Qualifications: BA Degree in Education or Early Childhood Education. At least two years experience teaching in a preschool setting. Previous work with preschool children and families of low income. Willing to attain First Aid and CPR certification. Job requires traveling within area served by the program. Must have valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
Assistant Teacher
The Assistant Teacher works with the classroom team to implement the education curriculum including individual assessment and planning for Head Start and Community Development sponsored children.
Qualifications: AAS degree in Early Childhood Education or related field. One year demonstrated experience teaching in a preschool setting. Previous work with families of low-income helpful. Willing to attain First Aid and CPR certification. Job requires traveling within area served by the program. Must have valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
Special Education Preschool Teacher
The Special Education Services Teacher leads a multidisciplinary classroom team in assessing and responding to the individual needs of children with disabilities in the Special Education Services Program.
Qualifications: Birth-2 NYS Certification in Special Education. Experience working in a classroom setting with preschool children with special needs. Job requires traveling within area served by the program. Must have valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
1:1 Aide
The Special Education Services One-on-One Aide assists a designated child with disabilities participating in the Special Education Services Program to carryout their Individual Education Plan.
Qualifications: High School diploma or GED. Experience working one-on-one in a preschool setting with children with disabilities.
Food Service Aide
Delivers food to Cherry Street classrooms, is responsible for washing dishes /cookware, assists with routine clean-up tasks, and assists with food production. High School diploma or GED. Willingness to learn and acquire skills in food preparation. Previous work in food service helpful. High School Diploma with two or more years demonstrated experience in food service industry with responsibility for quantity cookery and food storage/ handling techniques, preferably in a public school setting. Experience with USDA nutritional requirements preferred. The health of food service employees must be in compliance with or conform to New York State Public Health Law 225.
Finance Assistant
The Finance Assistant is responsible for various fiscal and clerk duties such as data entry, maintains fiscal records, typing, copying, filing, and other general office functions for the Family Enrichment sponsored programs. AAS in Business or related field or three years experience working in a non-profit agency. Must have previous experience processing payroll and good computer skills. Knowledge of accounting helpful.
Bus Driver
The Bus Driver safely transports children and families participating in the Head Start program and Agency sponsored programs. Position requires person with a High School Diploma / GED and successful completion of the NYS School Bus Driver Basic Course of Instruction. Must be at least 21 years of age with a valid NYS Commercial Driver's License (Class "C" or higher with passenger endorsement) also has or is willing to attain an “S” Endorsement as required by Federal Regulations. Position will require ability to work split shifts and evening runs as scheduled.
Employment is contingent upon the ability to perform the following functions; passage of a physical examination required by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles, passage of the School Bus Driver Physical Performance Test in accordance with Section 156.3C of the Commissioner’s Regulations. Compliance, and compliance with Family Enrichment Network's alcohol and Controlled Substance Management Program in accordance with the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.
Community Habilitation Specialist
The Community Habilitation Specialist works with individuals with disabilities to develop and implement the individual's Habilitation Plan, safeguards, and assists individuals in meeting their objectives.
Qualifications: Associate's Degree with one year of hands-on experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred. Valid New York State driver's license and an insured, registered motor vehicle. Job requires some nights and weekends. Applicants must pass a pre-hire abuse registry check and comply with fingerprinting in accordance to OPWDD regulations.
Physical Therapist - Johnson City & Norwich
The Physical Therapist performs evaluations, and provides pre-determined physical therapy treatments on an individual basis for assigned individuals.
Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy and two years experience. Must hold New York State Physical Therapist License. Job requires traveling within area served by the program. Must have valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
Community Pre-Vocational Provider
The Community Pre-Vocational Provider is responsible for supporting individuals with disabilities to maximize their vocational skills within a community based setting. Using a person centered approach, the individual will have opportunities to learn and practice job skills that will prepare him/her for future community employment opportunities. Responsible for insuring that confidentiality is strictly maintained concerning all agency related information.
Qualifications: High School diploma required. Associate’s degree in Human Services, nursing or other equivalent combinations of education and work/life experience preferred and two (2) years of experience working with the individuals with disabilities. Position involves evening and weekend hours and traveling within the area served by the Agency. Must have valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
Occupational Therapist
Believe in the power of early intervention? Become part of a multidisciplinary preschool team working in integrated early childhood settings. Responsible for evaluations, treatment plans, and direct service. NYS License, Preschool exp. preferred.
Infant Toddler Specialist
The Infant/Toddler Specialist plans and implements activities in conjunction with the Syracuse Region’s Infant/Toddler Technical Assistance (ITTA) Network and is responsible for the development and implementation of programs for infant/toddler care for providers, parents, and staff. Job requires traveling within region area (Broome, Chenango, and Tioga Counties). Position can be located in Broome, Chenango, or Tioga County.
BA Degree in Early Childhood, human services or related field with knowledge of child development, early education, adult education and program management. Two years experience working with infants and/or toddlers and proven experience as an adult educator. Strong verbal and written communication skills necessary. Job requires traveling within area served by the program. Must have valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle. Evening and weekend hours may be required periodically.
Training and Coaching Specialist
The Training and Coaching Specialist is responsible for developing and providing professional development training opportunities for early childhood education and child care programs throughout the region, primarily Broome, Chenango, and Tioga Counties. Onsite coaching and assistance will be provided to meet individual program quality improvement plan. Position may require evenings and occasional weekends. Job requires traveling within area served by the program.
BA Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with knowledge of child development and child care regulations and two years experience as an adult educator. Strong verbal and written communication skills necessary. Job requires traveling within area served by the program. Must have valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
Family Child Care Network Specialist
Family Child Care Network Specialist coordinates the Staffed Family Child Care Network for family child care providers in Broome, Chenango, and Tioga Counties. The Staffed Family Child Care Network offers a system of supports for family child care providers.
Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Program management, business management or related fields. Experience with outreach and creating relationships. Experience and understanding of business operations, such as billing, purchasing, and management software. Job requires traveling within service area. Occasional evenings and weekends. Strong communication skills needed. Computer skills essential. Must have valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.