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USAJOBS · 1 month ago

CYP PROGRAM LEADER

Lemoore, California, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$25.25/hr - $25.25/hr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Child and Youth Program (CYP) Leader to provide specialized developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years. The role involves mentoring assistants, planning activities, and ensuring compliance with standards while maintaining a safe and engaging environment.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provides direct care and instruction to children and youth (6 weeks to 18 years) in addition to guidance, assistance, and mentoring for CY Program Assistants

Mentors assigned CY Program Assistant team

Plans activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth

Works with team members to prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules

Encourages participant interest and establishes a program setting that promotes positive interactions with other children, youth, and adults

Provides care and supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with the Department of Defense (DoD), NAF Component, and local installation command policies, guidance, and standards

Interacts professionally with employees, parents, and local installation command personnel

Observes children and youth and documents developmental progression and/or concerns and uses the information in planning

Ensures assigned area achieves and maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent

Collects, maintains, and reports program participation data

Qualification

Child development knowledgeProgram planning skillsLeadershipMentoringEmergency response abilityCurriculum developmentInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Must provide a copy of your H.S. Diploma

Must be 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent

Complete required training certificates, and maintain certifications or credentials required by Federal, State, and/or national accreditation institutions used as part of DoD's Child and Youth Programs

Undergo pre-employment and random drug testing. A positive drug test, or failure to submit for testing, is a basis for removal from this position

Pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of all communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases

Employment contingent upon proof of education if not provided at time of application

Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment

Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation

Knowledge of developmentally appropriate programs designed to meet the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs of children and youth from 6 weeks to 18 years of age

Knowledge of child and youth development principles, practices, and techniques

Skills to apply Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect

Skill in understanding interests and motivation of individuals and groups in a CYP environment

Skill in program planning, organizing, and employee scheduling

Skills to provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to CY Program

Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations

Ability to train employees on variety of issues to include recognition and identification of childhood illnesses and child abuse, etc

Ability to develop curriculum outlines and lesson plans/guides

Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing and possess strong interpersonal skills

One (1) year of experience at the CY-02 (GSE-04) level or equivalent displaying knowledge of and competency in developmentally appropriate programming for children and youth

Completion of DOD Standardized Module Training AND 12 months of Regular Full Time Experience at the CY-II (GSE-03) Level

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Military School-Age (MSA) credential AND High school diploma or equivalent (or higher degree awarded)

Associate or higher degree awarded in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development, Youth Recreation, Physical Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Youth Development, or other field related to Pre-K or Primary Education