The purpose of the Otsego County Department of Veterans' Affairs is to provide servicefor all veterans and veteran dependents in Otsego County, NY.

Location Phone Fax Hours ONEONTA 607-432-4800 607-432-4171 Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm 12 Dietz St. Oneonta, NY 13820 NORWICH 607-334-2201 607-334-6540 Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm 1 O'Hara Drive Norwich, NY 13815 DELHI 607-832-5777 607-832-6078 Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm 1 Courthouse Square, Ste. 3 Delhi, NY 13753 SIDNEY 607-832-5776 607-832-6075 Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm 21 Liberty St. Sidney, NY 13838

Warrior’s Compass, our career resource and career coaching assistance program is part of Hope For The Warriors’ comprehensive Transition Services offering.

Provides a myriad of supportive services to very low-income Veteran families who are residing in permanent housing, are homeless and scheduled to become residents of permanent housing within a specified time period, or after exiting permanent housing, are seeking other housing that is responsive to such very low-income veteran family's needs and preferences. Support services include personal financial planning services, income support services, legal services, housing search and counseling, vocational and rehabilitation services through the New York State Department of Labor, employment training through the Suffolk County One-Stop Employment Center, outreach services, peer support, case management services, assistance obtaining VA benefits and other public benefits.

Provides job related services to Veterans such as job referrals, career assessment, resume building assistance, information on local jobs including governmental jobs, and labor market information.

Provides job related services to veterans such as job referrals, career assessment, resume building assistance, information on local jobs including governmental jobs, and labor market information.

* Offers employment services. Employment preparation. Career counseling. Grants for job training when needed. Special assistance for veterans and farmworkers. Civil Service examination announcements.

Provides personalized support service to veterans and their families through benefits assistance, advocacy, and information and referral to other resources and services in the community that they may need.

OWS provides employment services which focuses on retired or active veterans returning from a combat zone. Helps them with the process of transitioning back into the work force. Offers training programs, unemployment insurance information, cover letter and resume assistance workshops, and information and referrals for other services or resources in the community.

Offer services to veterans of military service which include employer information, education, training and credentialing, as well as links to federal resources.

Provides job related services to Veterans such as job referrals, career assessment, resume building assistance, information on local jobs including governmental jobs, and labor market information.

* Provides job placement to various individuals with a focus on special populations such as those with criminal backgrounds, veterans, individuals with disabilities, BIPOC, and women in industries like: Healthcare. Manufacturing. Environmental sciences. Light industrial industries.* Provides employer-on-record services, covering employee payroll, tax withholding, HR services, and more.

Provides emergency services to Veterans, military members, and their families. Services include: Emergency Food Assistance Food sustainment boxes with recipes Freshly prepared meal kits Toiletries and household items Medication delivery Career Service Support and Social Engagement Career assistance and employment support Unemployment guidance and navigation Online cooking and canine classes Virtual family programming Mental Health Triage Services Access to a licensed behavioral health specialist Buddy check-in program Individual and family support groups Referrals to additional resources

Provides employment-related services that include universal access to job search and labor market information. Resource room includes access to personal computers, fax machine, and internet access for job search. Partners from various agencies provide basic information on a variety of services. NYS Department of Labor staff are available to assist with job search. Intensive services may include skill assessment, career counseling, and tuition assistance.

Provides advocacy, resources, and support for veterans and active duty military through a drop in, non-clinical, and community based center.

Provides job related services to Veterans such as job referrals, career assessment, resume building assistance, information on local jobs including governmental jobs, and labor market information.

OWS provides employment services which focuses on retired or active veterans returning from a combat zone. Helps them with the process of transitioning back into the work force. Offers training programs, unemployment insurance information, cover letter and resume assistance, and information and referrals for other services or resources in the community.

Offers peer support and assistance for veterans of all ages and eras who struggle with post-military service transition issues including behavioral health and substance abuse, financial employment, social, and family challenges.

Hudson River Housing offers housing options suited for veterans in need. HRH veteran Specialist Care Manager is available by referral basis to help you navigate housing, employment opportunities, healthcare and benefits.

Offers convenient job search services to all job seekers. Current Job leads available daily. Interviewing for jobs, job referral, employment counseling, employment workshops, referral to training including TAA (Trade Adjustment Act). Every Career Center has dedicated staff to help assess the needs, skills, and interests of job seekers. Job seekers are guided through a step-by-step approach to the job search. Veterans Services: Offers Priority of Service to veterans and their eligible spouses. This means that persons who served on Active Duty in the United States Armed Forces will: - Be served first by the next available staff member - Get first priority for jobs and training for which they are eligible and qualified ##Veteran##

Helps veterans make the transition from unemployment or underemployment to successful civilian careers. Services include employment plans, resume development, job search navigation, interview preparation, job development, and linkages to employers, human service providers, and veteran service organizations. Services are available to all discharged veterans and their families. ##Veteran##

OWS provides employment services which focuses on retired or active veterans returning from a combat zone. Helps them with the process of transitioning back into the work force. Offers training programs, unemployment insurance information, cover letter and resume assistance workshops, and information and referrals for other services or resources in the community.

Provides a myriad of supportive services to very low-income Veteran families who are residing in permanent housing, are homeless and scheduled to become residents of permanent housing within a specified time period, or after exiting permanent housing, are seeking other housing that is responsive to such very low-income veteran family's needs and preferences. Support services include personal financial planning services, income support services, legal services, housing search and counseling, vocational and rehabilitation services through the New York State Department of Labor, employment training through the Suffolk County One-Stop Employment Center, outreach services, peer support, case management services, assistance obtaining VA benefits and other public benefits.