USAJOBS · 12 hours ago
Child and Youth Program Assistant (School Age / Youth)
USAJOBS is seeking a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) for the School Age Center or Youth Center on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. The role involves supervising and providing care for children and youth, coordinating activities, and ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
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Responsibilities
The incumbent will serve as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more child and youth programs and will be accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth
Provides care/supervision, oversight and accountability for program participants
Assists in preparing age appropriate activities; supervises children and youth during indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings and special events; arranges and serves snacks/meals
Executes work in accordance with policies and regulations
May be required to transport children in government vehicles
Coordinates and conducts activities for children and/or youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years
Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions
Implements program options for children and youth with special requirements
Demonstrates, instructs, leads and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities
Briefs staff, management, and parents on activities
Conducts inventory on equipment and supplies
Assists in planning, coordinating and conducting activities for program participants
Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions
Implements daily schedules and activity plans to ensure age/stage appropriateness
Performs simple routine tasks following step-by-step instructions
Assists in providing planned activities using prepared curriculum and program materials
Generates a list of needed supplies and equipment
Attends to the physical needs of the children, as applicable
Qualification
Required
Must be a high school graduate, or equivalent; and be able to provide proof (i.e., diploma or equivalent) for verification
This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation
This position has physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical
This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations this includes annual influenza vaccinations and be free of all communicable diseases
This position requires the incumbent to complete assigned training, to include Food Handlers certification, within specified time from date hire or assignment to position
Must be 18 years of age and possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalent
The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles
Applicants must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service
Direct deposit is required
Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check
Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. This includes providing any supporting documents needed for verification
Benefits
Recruitment Incentive of up to $1,250 may be authorized.
Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position.
Health and Life Insurance
Awards
Leave
Retirement
401K
Overtime Pay
Workers' Compensation
Shift Differential
Sunday Premium Pay
Holiday Pay
100% childcare fee discount for all CYP staff for the first child enrolled in a full-time or regular part-time DAF CDP.
A 37% discount will apply for each subsequent child.
Company
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