Careers at Delaware Opportunities

Are you interested in working with numbers in a fast-paced and fun environment?  Do you have a passion for working  in an organization that gives back to the community?  If so, this position at Delaware Opportunities may be just right for you!!  Delaware Opportunities, Inc. is seeking a full-time Bookkeeper for our Hamden location. Pay range to start at $20.38 (to raise to $21.20 effective 3/1/23) per hour, 35 hours per week (range of $20.38-$24.32). The ideal candidate must be hard working, reliable, and trustworthy.

Delaware Opportunities, Inc. is seeking a full-time Child and Family Development Services Navigator. Non-exempt position $21.20-26.55 per hour, 35 hours per week. The ideal candidate must be hard working, reliable, and trustworthy.

Delaware Opportunities, Inc. is seeking a full-time Community Services Navigator. Non-exempt position $21.20-26.55 per hour, 35 hours per week. The ideal candidate must be hard working, reliable, and trustworthy.

Are you interested in working with children and families?  Do you feel rewarded when you can help a family achieve its goals?  A Family Service Worker position may be just the right fit for you.  The Davenport Head Start Center is looking for a Family Service Worker.  Required to have a Family Development Credential or Associate’s degree in psychology, sociology, or human services, and one year’s experience working with low-income families and familiarity with public benefit programs. NYS driver’s license, personal vehicle required; mileage reimbursed. 37.5 hours per week.

Interested in making a difference in a child’s life?  Head Start could be the right fit for you.  The Davenport Head Start Center is looking for a Center Director/Lead Teacher.  Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood and 2 years’ experience teaching young children. NYS driver’s license, personal vehicle required; mileage reimbursed. 40 hours per week. Salary range $19.76 - $23.56 per hour the application will be accepted until the position has been filled.

Bachelor’s degree in education, child development, psychology, human services or related field, and/or four years’ experience in early childhood education or community organization.  Develop and maintain network of regulated day care as well as provide child care resource and referral services in Delaware County. NYS driver’s license and personal vehicle required.  35 hours per week. Salary range $20.38-$24.32 per hour.

Looking for rewarding work that makes a difference in a child and family’s life?  Come work for Head Start!  This position will assist staff with daily activities in Head Start classroom.  Work side by side with classroom Teacher, Teacher Assistant and other staff in high energy classroom with 3, 4 and 5 year olds. High school diploma or GED required. A 6 hour and 7 hour per day position available. $14.40 per hour, increases to $14.98 on March 1, 2023. Accepting applications until the position has been filled.

High school diploma or GED and valid NYS driver’s license with no moving violations within last three years. To transport clients to appointments throughout Delaware County and surrounding areas. Must have flexible schedule; willingness to work evenings and weekends, if needed. $14.40 per hour. The application review process will be ongoing until the position has been filled. Sign on bonus of $250.00 after a month of employment. Delaware Opportunities Inc., 35430 State Highway 10, Hamden, NY 13782. Equal Employment Opportunity MF/ F/ Disability/ Protected Veteran Status

High school diploma and/or four years’ experience in residential construction with supervisory experience. NYS driver’s license required. Knowledge of home weatherization, carpentry and heating system repair. Monday through Thursday, 40 hours per week; fringe benefits. Salary range $20.38-24.32 per hour. The application review process will be ongoing until the position has been filled. Applications accepted at Delaware Opportunities Inc., 35430 State Highway 10, Hamden, NY 13782  Equal Employment Opportunity MF/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

Bachelor’s degree in sociology, psychology, business, or related field and/or four years’ experience in counseling or financial assistance. Responsible for successful implementation of the Delaware County Local Administrator Rental Assistance Program, including the Family Self Sufficiency Program and assisting with other housing related programs. NYS driver’s license. 35 hours per week. Salary range $20.38-24.32. The application review process will be ongoing until the position has been filled.