U.S. Army MWR · 1 day ago
Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant (Level 5) CY-02
Fort Drum, NY
Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expU.S. Army MWR is seeking a Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant located at Child and Youth Services, Fort Drum, New York. The role involves supervising and planning activities for children and youth, ensuring compliance with standards, and instructing team members.
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
Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate
Be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
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
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
Childcare Fee Discount
Health and life insurance
401k and retirement plans
Paid personal time off
Federal holidays
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
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael Lanni
Chief Financial Officer
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