Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) ยท 1 day ago
CYP PROGRAM LEADER (CDC)
Lemoore, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expNavy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) is seeking a Child and Youth Program (CYP) Leader to provide specialized developmental care and instruction for children and youth aged 6 weeks to 18 years. The role involves mentoring CY Program Assistants and planning activities that meet the developmental needs of participants.
Military
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Mentors assigned CY Program Assistant team
Works with senior employees to provide instruction and training to lower-level employees
Assists lower-level employees in completing the Standardized Module Training
Assists the Training and Curriculum (T&C) Specialist in helping lower-level CY Program Assistants translate professional development training into practice by mentoring, guiding and role-modeling
Models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children and youth
Provides suggestions and makes recommendations to credential practicum candidates
Assists the T&C Specialist with recording observations and charts progress of team members' on-the-job skills
Consults frequently with the T&C Specialist for guidance on strategies to further assist team members' professional development efforts
Plans activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth
Continually reviews activities and plans for appropriateness
Works with T&C Specialist, supervisor, and the CY Program Assistants to implement activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth
Incorporates special instructions provided by parents such as special dietary needs, physical needs, or other information that may affect the child or youth's experience in the program
Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements
Assists children and youth with special projects, homework, and life skills
Recommends to the T&C Specialist and CY Program Assistants changes and adjustments to activities and plans where necessary to meet unusual situations
Sets up displays and bulletin boards
Arranges for and/or serves appropriate snacks or meals where applicable
Works with team members to prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules
Makes suggestions about improvements to the activity areas
Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damaged, missing, and depleted supplies
Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities
Encourages participant interest and establishes a program setting that promotes positive interactions with other children, youth, and adults
Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques
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
Maintains control of and accounts for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth
Ensures children and youth (as applicable) depart with authorized person according to written parental instructions
Oversees arrival and departure of children and youth
Supervises children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events
Interacts professionally with employees, parents, and local installation command personnel
Participates in conferences with parents, employees, school representatives, and local installation command personnel
Briefs other employees and parents
Observes children and youth and documents developmental progression and/or concerns and uses the information in planning
Assists CY Program Assistants with assessment tasks when needed
Ensures assigned area achieves and maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent
Ensures compliance with law, policies, and regulations applicable to DoD CY programs
Collects, maintains, and reports program participation data
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
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
Must provide a copy of your H.S. Diploma, GED, or College Transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) when you apply
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
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Company
Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR)
OUR VISION: Deliver dynamic, innovative, and integrated programs and services that inspire Sailors and Navy families to thrive throughout their military life cycle.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase