NYS Office of Children and Family Services

#NYSOCFS is proud to recognize International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples and honor the estimated 476 million Indigenous People globally. The United Nations 2025 theme is Indigenous Peoples and AI: Defending Rights, Shaping Futures, which sheds light on AI built without Indigenous input and the risk of misusing data, knowledge, and identities. https://lnkd.in/ghR-5Zv We serve #NewYork's #IndigenousPeoples every day. Learn more by checking out Native American Services: https://lnkd.in/eAVxY76a

Drowning is the number one cause of unintentional death for children under 4 in the U.S. Increase water safety by installing a pool alarm in the event a loved one falls in. 🚨Reminder🚨 Pool alarms do not replace supervision. Always #KeepWatchKeepSafe. https://lnkd.in/e4mXE844

That's our Commissioner! 🙌🏽 Dr. Harris-Madden celebrated her City & State recognition as a 2025 Above & Beyond Social Services leader. At the event, she delivered remarks about her advocacy for #NewYork children and families. Congrats to her and the other awardees!🎉#NYSOCFS

Congratulations to #NYSOCFS Commissioner Harris-Madden for being a City & State 2025 Above & Beyond: Social Services honoree!🎉 She's recognized for her dedication and advocacy for New Yorkers, specifically youth and seniors, some of our most vulnerable . 🔗https://lnkd.in/e8EWzR-B

Finger Lakes Residential Center is hiring a Dental Assistant🦷🪥Those with experience or a certificate in dental assisting are encouraged to apply today: https://lnkd.in/e_XSrKsb #NYSOCFS #NowHiring #CareerOpportunity

Today in Buffalo: #NYSOCFS Commissioner Harris-Madden proudly presented an overview of FY26 Budget, which invests in #NewYork families through child care services, child advocacy centers, and youth development programs. Governor Hochul is committed to fighting for New Yorkers as federal funding cuts pose a threat to services families rely on. Thank you BestSelf Behavioral Health, New York State Children’s Alliance, Inc., and Erie County Legislator Depre for joining us.

We're #hiring a new Teacher 2, 3, 4 (NY HELPS) in Claverack, New York. Apply today or share this post with your network.

Today we celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)—a law that ensures people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else. #NYSOCFS NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities Learn more about the ADA in #NewYork: https://lnkd.in/eztbmpmi

Help ensure people with disabilities can live in their communities with support. Join and share your story during these topic-based sessions to help New York reinvent the Olmstead Plan. #NYSOCFS #ADA35 Register to speak: https://lnkd.in/ewMFhR_t

Happy 35th Anniversary to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! #NYSOCFS was proud to co-sponsor the state’s celebration of the milestone at an event hosted by #NYS Office of the Chief Disability Officer, NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities and NYS Office of General Services. The #NYS Commission for the Blind team enjoyed connecting with clients and educating people on available resources. OCFS is committed to advancing access, equity, and inclusion by supporting thousands of New Yorkers with disabilities - including more than 7,000 individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Learn more about #NYSCB: https://ow.ly/AfHi50WrluF