U.S. Army MWR · 3 days ago
Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant (Level 5) CY-02
Fort Polk, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expU.S. Army MWR is seeking a Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant at Fort Polk Middle School and Teen Center in Leesville, Louisiana. The role involves supervising children and youth during activities, planning and conducting programs based on their needs, and ensuring compliance with Department of Defense standards.
CommunitiesGovernmentMilitary
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Supervises children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events
Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth. Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements
Instructs team members in specific tasks and job techniques; makes available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies. Explains program guidance, procedures, policies, and directives to team members
Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with, Dept of Defense (DoD), and local installation standards. Ensures assigned area maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent
Completes training requirements using approved service materials to include designated training modules. Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required
Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment. Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position
A one-year probationary period may be required
Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check
Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks in accordance with AR 215-3, 2-15m., and a Childcare Tier 1 background investigation is required
Successful completion of Lead Foundation Level training and annual training requirements is required
May be subject to an irregular hours, evening and or weekends
For positions in Child Development Centers, possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs., walk, bend, stoop, and stand on a routine basis
Incumbent is legally required to report all suspected incidents of child abuse/neglect
Individual who have been trained will be required to administer routine and rescue medications prescribed by a physician to children/youth, perform CPR and first aid, and provide a reasonable accommodation to children/youth with a special need
Travel to on and off post locations may be required. Duties involve working both indoors and outdoors
Must have current health assessment which documents good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations IAW current Army and DoD policy including annual influenza vaccinations
Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate
Be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
Possess and maintain one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Military School Age Credential, Army Youth Practicum or other nationally recognized Youth Development Credential
Two years of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth plus an associate's degree or at least 60 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, for example: Youth Services: Youth Development, Secondary Education, Human Development, Youth Program Administration, Recreation, Physical Education, or directly-related behavioral or cultural science (developmental psychology, child psychology/sociology, sociology of the family, parenting. General psychology/sociology coursework is not qualifying
A bachelor's Degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content as indicated above
Possess 24 months (2 years) working in a group childcare or youth program with completion of DoD approved competency training courses, evidenced by Service-issued documentation
Preferred
Experience assisting with childcare or youth program national accreditation processes
Experience participating in multi-disciplinary or higher-level child/youth program inspections
Experience working with varying age groups (early childhood, school age, youth)
Experience leading or mentoring lower level childcare/youth program staff
Benefits
100% discount on childcare for their first child and at least 25% for each additional child.
Eligible for benefits and leave accrual.
Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays.
NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan.
Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance.
Company
U.S. Army MWR
With opportunities across the country and around the world, Army Family and MWR—Morale, Welfare, and Recreation—supports Soldiers, their Families, and the wider military community.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
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Michael Lanni
Chief Financial Officer
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