YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (Leader Level) DIX
Job Location:
Fort Dix, NJ - USA
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Job Summary
About the position: This position is Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) and is located at the School Age Center Fort Dix New Jersey.
Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position (see Additional Information).
- Serves as a team leader in one or more Child and Youth Programs. Provides care supervision accountability and developmental instruction for children and youth while serving as a lead resource for assigned staff. Monitors daily operations to ensure program requirements staff-to-child ratios and safety standards are maintained.
- Provides guidance instruction mentoring and on-the-job training to Entry Intermediate and Target Level Child and Youth Program Assistants. Explains program procedures policies and work assignments. Demonstrates proper work methods models appropriate interactions with children and youth and assists staff in developing professional knowledge and skills. Relays instructions from supervisors and assists with coordinating daily activities and staffing assignments.
- Plans coordinates and implements age-appropriate activities schedules and special events that support the developmental needs of children and youth. Supports inclusive programming for children and youth with special needs and ensures staff follow individualized care instructions behavior support strategies and accommodation requirements.
- Monitors compliance with health fire safety sanitation accountability and program requirements. Conducts routine checks of classrooms activity areas equipment supplies and reports deficiencies to supervisors. Responds to emergencies observes participants for signs of illness injury abuse neglect or emotional distress and ensures required documentation is completed.
- Works collaboratively with parents staff and program leadership. Participates in parent conferences and provides information regarding program activities and participant progress. Assists with program evaluations certification accreditation inspections inventories participation reporting and risk management activities. May serve as acting manager during non-routine situations or opening and closing procedures as directed
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- 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 been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent of this position will be subject to and must consent to a pre-employment and random drug testing.
- 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 at least 18 years of age.
- Must have a valid drivers license and have a good driving record. Must provide copy of driving record.
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicants eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date 11/30/2026
Business Based Action Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran and Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience:
Must be at least 18 years of age hold a high school diploma (or equivalent). Must be able to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
SPECIALIZED REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess ONE of the following:
- 18 months of experience working in a childcare or youth program and completion of DoW-approved competency-based training requirements. Successful completion of all required Entry Intermediate and Target Level training requirements must be documented by the Service;
OR
- 18 months of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth and possession of a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential Military School-Age Credential Army Youth Practicum or other nationally recognized child or youth development credential appropriate to the age group served;
OR
- 12 months of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth and an associate degree or at least 60 semester hours of college coursework including 24 semester hours directly related to early childhood education child development youth development human development elementary education special education secondary education youth program administration recreation physical education or a closely related field;
OR
-12 months of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth and a bachelors degree or higher from an accredited college or university that includes at least 24 semester hours directly related to early childhood education child development youth development human development elementary education special education secondary education youth program administration recreation physical education or a closely related field.
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
- Child Development Program will provide 100% child care fee discount for all CYP direct care staff for the first child enrolled in a full-time or regular part-time DAF CDP. A 25% discount will apply for any additional children of direct care staff. Direct care staff must spend a minimum of 75% of their work schedule in the classroom including flex employees who average 15 hours a week.
- Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position. This includes providing any supporting documents needed for verification.
- Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire.
- U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal Affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installations decision on the 3-year residency requirement.
- 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.
- A probationary period may be required.
- Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
- Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Governments interest.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.
- Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
- This is a Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) position carrying out Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
- Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions.
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.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
