USAJOBS · 1 day ago
Child and Youth Program Assistant - Entry
Sasebo, Japan, USA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18.71/hr - $21.87/hr
0+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Child and Youth Program Assistant to work directly with children and youth, ensuring they are engaged, well-cared for, and safe during their participation in the program. The role involves helping children develop social skills, make healthy choices, and explore their environment while providing supervision and support in various activities.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develops schedules and activity plans. This may include reviewing and providing input into schedules and activity plans developed by the entry level and intermediate level Educational Aids (CY Program Assistants), CY-1702-I. Ensures that program plans and activities incorporate the observed needs of individual children and youth
Implements 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. 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. Incumbent is a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect
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 provide a copy of your H.S. Diploma, GED, or College Transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) when you apply
Must be 18 years of age or older
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
Pass all applicable records and background checks
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
Prior experience working with children and/or youth preferred
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to complete all DoN training requirements within the specified time frames, including orientation, initial, Standardized Module Training, and ongoing training requirements
Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with children and youth and coworkers
Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
Preferred
Knowledge of basic child and youth development principles to meet the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development needs of children and youth
Ability to implement developmentally appropriate principles and practices to provide high-quality direct care and education and development
Ability to interpret a curriculum or activity plan
Ability to plan and organize, and work cooperatively as a member of a team
Six (6) months of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting
Benefits
Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
Employees (and family members) who require medical or dental care in the overseas location will be responsible for obtaining and paying for such care.
Company
USAJOBS
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