Child And Youth Program Assistant (Leader Level- Gse5), Cy2

Serves as a Child and Youth Programs (CYP) team leader for program staff with responsibility for the operation and program in accordance with (IAW) applicable regulations in one or more programs. Works under the written and verbal direction of the supervisor who provides guidance on scope of assignments and assistance on the more complex non-routine problems encountered. Work is reviewed in terms of results achieved and adherence to established standards and procedures. Routine day-to-day assignments are normally performed independently with technical assistance available from the supervisor when required. Routine assignments are spot-checked; the more technical assignments are closely reviewed for adherence to policies procedures and instructions.

Maintains control and accounts for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years. Oversees arrival and departure and supervises participants during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips outings and special events. Works within prescribed staff-to-participant ratio.

Encourages participants interest and establishes a program setting that promotes positive interactions with other children youth and adults. Monitors staff-to-participant ratios to ensure adequate staffing. Plans coordinates and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth. Prepares and implements program options for participants with special needs. Works with Training & Curriculum Specialist and supervisors to implement activities and special events that meet the physical social emotional and cognitive needs of participants. Works with CYP team members to prepare arrange and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules. Assists participants with special projects homework and life skills.

Interacts with participants using appropriate approved child guidance and youth development techniques. Interacts professionally with staff members parents and local installation command personnel. Participates in conferences with parents program staff school representatives and local installation command personnel. Briefs other employees and parents. Notes special instructions provided by parents. Ensures participants (as applicable) depart with an authorized person according to written parental instructions. Provides opportunities for parental involvement.

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. Resolves problems and conflicts or obtains information and guidance from the supervisor. Demonstrates proper work methods guides and mentors Program Assistants. Models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children and youth. Provides on-the-job training and instruction to team members. Ensures team members follow safety fire fitness health and nutrition procedures and informs supervisor of compliance concerns. Relays instructions from the supervisor makes activity assignment and gets the work started in accordance with daily activity plans. Provides input to the supervisor as requested concerning promotions reassignments performance evaluations and incentive awards etc.

Administers medications and basic care items to participants according to prescribed procedures and CYP medical directives. Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness abuse or neglect and reports as directed. Sets up displays and bulletin boards. Arranges for and serves appropriate snacks or meals where applicable. Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damaged missing and depleted supplies. Secures supplies equipment and facilities. Collects maintains and reports program participation data.

Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) United States Marine Corps (USMC) and local installation command baseline standards and metrics. Ensures assigned area achieves and maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent. Provides care and supervision oversight and accountability for program participants in compliance with DoD USMC and local installation command policies guidance and standards.

Completes training requirements using approved Office of Secretary of Defense and Service materials to include DoD approved competency training courses. Ensures compliance with law policies and regulations applicable to DoD CYP. Performs other related duties as assigned. May work a fluctuating work schedule to complete work assignments outside of the typical work hours.

Conditions of employment

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EVALUATIONS:

Qualifications

Be 18 years of age possess a high school diploma or equivalent have the ability to speak read and write English follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing. Be able to lift and carry children and objects up to 45lbs independently and over 45lbs with assistance. Activities may require incumbent to obtain a government drivers license (to include driving a government vehicle while transporting children).

In addition to the above candidate must possess: 24 months working in a USMC or other military service childcare or youth program completion of DoD approved competency training courses. Additionally successful completion of all required training for Program Assistant (Entry Intermediate and Target Level) must be complete and evident by service-issued documentation. OR Two years of experience working in a childcare or youth program plus possess and maintain one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: Child Development Associate Credential Military School Age Credential or other nationally recognized Youth Development Credential. OR Two years of experience working in a childcare or youth program plus an associates degree which includes a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned (for example Child Development Centers: Early Childhood Education/Child Development Elementary Education and Special Education. School Age: Elementary Education Child Development Youth Development and Special Education. Youth Services: Youth Development Secondary Education Human Development Youth Program Administration Recreation and Physical Education). OR Two years of experience working in a childcare or youth program plus a bachelors degree which includes a major course or study (24 semester hours) with content as indicated above.

**Applicants meeting BEST QUALIFIED Criteria will be considered before candidates only meeting minimum qualifications of the position. Best Qualified Criteria: One year experience working as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (Target Level 4) CY-II for any Service CYP or equivalent.

Must be able to obtain and maintain TIER-1 Child Care (CNACI) background checks which are required for positions that involve working with children under 18 years of age. Must pass a pre-employment physical and annual physicals thereafter provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease. Must complete all DoD training requirements within the specified time including orientation initial DoD approved competency training courses and annual ongoing training requirements and required certifications if any. Must maintain current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid certifications.

Note: This position is identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent is subject to random drug testing because duties must be performed with a high level of productivity reliability and judgment to prevent adversely affecting personnel safety and causing risk/damage to government property and/or significant adverse impact to day-to-day operations. A positive drug test or failure to submit for testing may become the basis for removal from this position.

Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws. A positive drug test result for marijuana (or any other drug tested for) will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and could make you ineligible to apply for a position within the Department of Defense for up to 3 Years from the date of the drug test.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.