Life at Cayuga Centers
WHAT MATTERS TO US
We make a difference in communities through teamwork and partnership. We embrace change, innovation and opportunities. Our diverse workforce acts and leads with human sensitivity and respect. We deliver results while embracing excellence and efficiency. We believe in good pay for good work. Join us!
Best In Class Benefits
MEANINGFUL WORK, EXCEPTIONAL PERKS
Our incredible staff goes above and beyond every day to provide life-changing services to children, families, and individuals in our communities. Discover the key benefits that make us a top choice for passionate professionals in the human services field!
A Great Place to Work
Cayuga Centers is proud to be re-certified as a Great Place to Work for the 2025-2026 year. The prestigious award recognizes employers based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at the organization.
I believe in the work we do. We make a difference in our youths’ lives by showing them a love they may not be familiar with. At times it is frustrating and some youth can be very difficult but in the end you truly made a difference because you stayed when everyone else walked away.
My favorite part of my job is connecting with the families who open their hearts and homes to children in need of a place to live. It is very meaningful when another family opens their doors.
Competitive Salaries
Holidays & Generous Paid Time Off
Internal Growth Opportunities
Paid Family Leave
Professional Development
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Program Eligible
Hybrid Remote Schedule
Health Benefits
401K Match up to 6%
Employee Recognition
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Join our team and embark on a rewarding career!
We’re hiring in all of our regions.
Cayuga Centers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee, prospective employee, or applicant based on race, color, creed, hair style/texture, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.
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You can learn more about our programs on our Services Page.
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8 Standout Benefits at Cayuga Centers that Employees Love
At Cayuga Centers, our mission is based on care. We care for the individuals and families we serve. We also care for our employees who make this work possible. Read about our 8 most popular employee benefits.
How a National Nonprofit Stays Connected Across Regions
Discover how Cayuga Centers, as a national nonprofit, stays connected across regions to put families first.
Are you seeking meaningful work but unsure if your skills fit a nonprofit career?
If you’re looking to move into a career in social services and want to find a nonprofit job, ask yourself these questions: Do you want to make a difference? Do you want to have a rewarding career where you do purposeful work? Do you want to be a source of support for people in need?
If the answer to any of these questions is yes, you are ready to start your nonprofit career.
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At Cayuga Centers, our mission is based on care. We care for the individuals and families we serve. We also care for our employees who make this work possible. We asked our employees what benefits they love, and here’s what they had to say...
Employee Spotlight 🧡 🌟
As Program Manager for HealthySteps, Maya Odle leads with care, ensuring families receive the wraparound support they need to thrive.
Since joining Cayuga Centers in 2023, Maya has strengthened community partnerships to ensure quality care for families in Miami-Dade. Her leadership reflects our mission of supporting families and empowering them with the tools for lifelong success.
Thank you, Maya, for your dedication and heart in everything you do!
#EmployeeSpotlight #HealthySteps
Change is constant in human services, but one thing stays the same - the importance of getting incident reporting right. #worldqualityweek
✨ Employee Spotlight ✨
Meet Sadiel Perez, Learning Center Assistant Principal in the UC-TFC program in NYC! 📚
For the past 7 years, Sadiel has brought compassion, leadership, and a deep understanding of youth development to Cayuga Centers. With a Master’s in Youth Studies, he’s committed to helping young people from all around the world have the skills to succeed.
Sadiel shows up every day to remind minors in our TFC Program that their background doesn’t define their future.
Thank you, Sadiel, for your unwavering dedication to youth and education. 🧡
#EmployeeSpotlight #CayugaCenters #UCProgram #MeetOurChangeMakers #NYCTeam
✨ Employee Spotlight ✨
Meet Nestor Beard Medina, Director of Policy and Procedure Development in our NYC Continuous Quality Improvement Department (CQI)!
With a Master of Public Administration and a passion for clarity and impact, Nestor has spent the past year strengthening our policies so teams across Cayuga Centers can better serve youth and families.
His work behind the scenes drives quality and consistency. We`re proud to have his leadership shaping our agency’s future! 🧡
#EmployeeSpotlight #CayugaCenters #CQI #MeetOurChangeMakers
🌟 Employee Spotlight 🌟
Meet Heidi Cabral, Director of UC Foster Home Recruiters and Licensors in our Harlem office!
Heidi plays a critical role in helping youth find safe, loving homes in our UC programs by certifying foster parents and supporting them through every step of their journey.
As we recognize Kinship Care Month, we also celebrate Heidi and her team for supporting not only foster parents, but also relatives and close family friends who step in to care for youth in foster care when their biological parents are unable to.
Thank you, Heidi, for all you do to uplift youth and families across our communities! 🧡
#EmployeeSpotlight #CayugaCenters #FosterCareLeadership #MeetOurChangeMakers
🌟 Employee Spotlight 🌟
Meet Luis Madera, a mission-driven leader who has been an integral part of Cayuga Centers for the past seven years. In his role as Assistant Director of Curriculum & Instructional Technology, Luis brings together heart and strategy to strengthen how we train and support our staff and foster parents.
“Supporting children, families, and staff resonates with me not just as a job—but as a ministry. It’s a calling to lead with compassion, respect, and heart.” ~ Luis Madera
We’re proud to have Luis on our team, helping to build a stronger, more informed Cayuga Centers every day. 🧡
#MeetOurChangemakers #CayugaCenters
✨ Employee Spotlight ✨
Meet James Murtari, a Marine Corps veteran and Restorative Case Manager in our Diversion Programs in Auburn, NY 🧡
James brings heart, purpose, and real-world experience to his work with youth. He helps young people understand that their past doesn’t define them—and gives them the tools to build a brighter future.
Whether supporting a young person in crisis or celebrating their everyday breakthroughs, James is there every step of the way.
Thank you, James, for being a true agent for change.
#EmployeeSpotlight #CayugaCenters #MeetOurChangeMakers
Meet Sue Raiti, the heart of our admin team in Auburn at Cayuga Centers 🧡
Sue is the kind of colleague who makes everyone feel welcome and the workplace brighter just by being in it. She`s our go-to for everything — with a smile, a solution, and a whole lot of love.
This month marks her 8th work anniversary — congrats, Sue!
We’re so grateful for you and your unwavering commitment to our mission of supporting children and families.
#EmployeeSpotlight #CayugaCenters #MeetOurChangeMakers
✨ Employee Spotlight ✨
Meet Ana Alcantara, our incredible Program Impact Director in the CQI Department at Cayuga Centers!
Ana plays a pivotal role in helping our programs deliver high-quality, effective, and individualized services to the communities we serve. With a focus on collaboration, she is a driving force behind ensuring organizational excellence and identifying opportunities for sustainable impact.
Thank you for everything you contribute to our mission of supporting children and families every day. 💼✨🧡
#EmployeeSpotlight #CQI #CayugaCenters #QualityAndEffectiveness #MeetOurChangeMakers
✨ Employee Spotlight ✨
Meet our very own Allyssa DelPiano, a talented Marketing Specialist in our Communications Department! 🎨🧡
Allyssa creates content to share Cayuga Centers’ mission and programs with the world, ensuring our stories reach and inspire our communities.
Thank you, Allyssa , for your creativity, passion, and dedication! 👏✨
#MeetOurChangeMakers #CayugaCenters #hiring
Listen as Shayne Jervey talks about the teens in foster care and why you should consider opening up your home for a youth in need. Checkout the resources in our #linkinbio to learn more. #fostercare #fosterlove #fostercayugacenters #cayugacorner
