CDO Workforce SCION Disability Employment Initiative

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CDO Workforce SCION Disability Employment Initiative This total cost of the Disability Employment Initiative Round 8 program is 2.5 million dollars. The

The New York State Department of Labor Disability Employment Initiative (DEI) Grant aims to serve youth with disabilities (ages 14-24) using a career-development approach.

10/29/2026

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. You can easily watch them on your phone, tablet or computer.
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10/29/2026

Whether you're looking for employment support, education and training opportunities, healthcare resources, or guidance navigating community services, there's a place for you at the CDO
Celebrates All-Abilities Career & Resource Fair!

Come meet representatives from local organizations, ask questions, discover opportunities, and make connections that could make a real difference in your life.

You don't have to know exactly what you're looking for.

Sometimes, a simple conversation is the first step toward something wonderful!

Thursday, October 29, 2026
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Southside Mall, Oneonta, NY

Everyone is welcome! Come explore what's available in your community. We look forward to meeting you!

Looking for a job? Living with a disability? Let's talk about what's possible!

Everyone brings unique strengths, talents, and abilities to the workplace. Finding the right opportunity—and having the support you need to succeed—can make all the difference.

Join us at the CDO Celebrates All-Abilities Career & Resource Fair! Meet local employers who are recruiting.

Explore job opportunities across a variety of industries.

Learn about workplace accommodations and how they can help you succeed on the job.

Connect with organizations that support people with disabilities in finding and keeping employment.

Whether you have a visible or invisible disability, are entering the workforce for the first time, returning to work, or considering a career change, you belong here!

Bring copies of your résumé and come ready to explore new possibilities!

Your abilities matter. Your goals matter. And your next opportunity may begin with a conversation.

Workshop: What if the secret to employment success starts with discovering what you love to do?

Join us for a special workshop at the CDO Celebrates All-Abilities Career & Resource Fair!

Topic: The Secret to Success in Employment: Connecting Your Passion to What You Do

Presented by Don Wyckoff, Director of Community Relations at Catskills Center for Independence.

Explore how your interests, strengths, and passions can help guide you toward meaningful employment opportunities.

Thursday, October 29, 2026
Workshop: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Southside Mall, 5006 NY-23, Oneonta, NY
All job seekers are welcome, including people with visible and invisible disabilities.

Come discover new possibilities and connect with your future!

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Many individuals believe disability-related barriers prevent employment success. CDO SCION program's Disability Resource...
10/27/2026

Many individuals believe disability-related barriers prevent employment success.

CDO SCION program's Disability Resource Coordinator can help!

We can provide help with:
employment resources,
>workplace accommodations,
>employers,
>and community supports.

You do not have to figure out employment and anxiety alone. Through coordinated planning and resource connections, meaningful employment may be possible.

Contact us today!

CDO Workforce coordinates and focuses employment, training and education development resources across three counties, providing service to employed people, unemployed people and employers alike.

10/27/2026

Each October, during National Disability Employment Awareness Month...

10/27/2026

The Department of Civil Service is committed to building a public workforce that reflects the diversity of our community—including people with disabilities.
Employment first means real jobs for New Yorkers with disabilities. Find yourself here.

Learn about Employment First with New York State: ny.gov/EmploymentFirst

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12 Dietz Street
Oneonta, NY
13820

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