Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) · 1 week ago
CYP Child and Youth Program Assistant (Multi-level)
Coronado, CA
Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expNavy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) offers early care and youth services and is seeking a Child and Youth Program Assistant. The role involves implementing programs, supervising children and youth, and ensuring compliance with safety and developmental standards.
Military
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develops schedules and activity plans
Implements activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth
Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements
Cares for children and youth with special needs as directed by the supervisor
Demonstrates, instructs, leads, and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities
Role models developmentally appropriate practice and classroom or activity area management techniques
Promotes and models safety, fitness, health, and nutrition practices
Helps arrange for and/or serve appropriate snacks or meals where applicable
Helps prepare, arrange and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules
Sets up displays and bulletin boards
Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damaged, missing, and depleted supplies
Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities
Establishes a program environment that sustains participant interest and 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 policies, guidance, and standards
Maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth
Supervises children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events
Ensures children and youth (as applicable) depart with authorized person according to written parental instructions
Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse, or neglect and reports as directed
Interacts professionally with employees, parents, and local installation command personnel
Provides parents with daily verbal or written feedback about their child/youth or program activities
Participates in conferences with parents and employees
Observes children and youth and documents developmental progression and/or concerns
Uses the information in planning
Participates in program evaluation using designated instruments such as programmatic rating scales, risk assessment tools (as required), self-inspection materials, and national accreditation tools
Assists in achieving and maintaining DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent
Ensures compliance with law, policies, and regulations applicable to DoD CY programs
Notifies supervisor of health, fire, and safety compliance concerns
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 High school diploma or equivalent (or higher degree awarded)
OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Military School-Age (MSA) credential AND High school diploma or equivalent (or higher degree awarded)
OR 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
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
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