The position of Youth Worker or Youth Counselor at Elmcrest is known as a Youth Development Professional (YDP). The Awake Overnight position is known as an "Overnight YDP."
The Youth Development Professional (YDP) plays an essential role with children placed in care at Elmcrest. Having the greatest amount of contact with residents, the YDP utilizes a child-centered approach that makes every effort to work in the best interest of children while facilitating the individual and environmental conditions that are necessary to create change. The YDP is charged with providing a safe, secure and nurturing environment while continuously using natural, every day opportunities to teach, guide and support residents with their treatment, goals and challenges.
1. High School Diploma or GED. College and experience is preferred.
2. NYS Driver's license with a driving record acceptable to our insurance carrier.
3. Self Aware. Enjoys, and is comfortable with interacting, with children.
4. Able to relate to a dynamic environment. Flexible and is able to problem-solve, as unanticipated challenges present themselves.
5. Technically and physically able to provide crisis intervention, including physical restraints This required training is provided by the agency.
6. Must Understand and demonstrate the principles of care to which Elmcrest ascribes and trains.