Job detail
Youth Development Professional (YDP)
ELMCREST CHILDRENS CENTER INC
FULL_TIME
Posted 12/27/2025
Location
City of Syracuse, New York
Salary
$18 - $22 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The youth development professional (Ydp) is responsible for creating a safe and nurturing environment for children in care, facilitating their development through teaching and support. They interact with residents according to their treatment plans and maintain supervision to ensure safety.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or ged, with college experience preferred. Essential qualifications include the ability to lift 50 pounds, provide crisis intervention, and maintain a safe environment for residents.
high schoolCommunicationDocumentationFlexibilityTeam CollaborationRelationship BuildingProblem SolvingEmpathySafety ComplianceSupervisionCrisis InterventionEmotional SupportBehavioral SupportSkill DevelopmentTransporting ResidentsSelf-ReflectionChild-Centered Approach