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DLA Careers · 3 days ago

Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant (Level 5) CY-02

New Cumberland, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

DLA Careers is looking for a Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant to work in their Child and Youth Services Division. The role involves supervising children and youth during various activities and ensuring compliance with Department of Defense standards while planning and conducting programs tailored to the needs of participants.

Military

No H1B

Responsibilities

Supervises children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events

Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth. Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements

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

Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with, Dept of Defense (DoD), and local installation standards. Ensures assigned area maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent

Completes training requirements using approved service materials to include designated training modules. Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Child Development Associate CredentialYouth Development CredentialEarly Childhood EducationCPRFirst AidCommunication SkillsProgram CoordinationTeam LeadershipMentoring Skills

Required

Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required

Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment. Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position

A one-year probationary period may be required

Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check

Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks in accordance with AR 215-3, 2-15m., and a Childcare Tier 1 background investigation is required

Successful completion of Lead Foundation Level training and annual training requirements is required

May be subject to an irregular hours, evening and or weekends

For positions in Child Development Centers, possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs., walk, bend, stoop, and stand on a routine basis

Incumbent is legally required to report all suspected incidents of child abuse/neglect

Individual who have been trained will be required to administer routine and rescue medications prescribed by a physician to children/youth, perform CPR and first aid, and provide a reasonable accommodation to children/youth with a special need

Travel to on and off post locations may be required. Duties involve working both indoors and outdoors

Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate

Be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing

Possess and maintain one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Military School Age Credential, Army Youth Practicum or other nationally recognized Youth Development Credential

Two years of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth plus an associate's degree or at least 60 semester hours with 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, Special Education. General psychology/sociology coursework is not qualifying

A bachelor's Degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content as indicated above

Possess 24 months (2 years) working in a group childcare or youth program with completion of DoD approved competency training courses, evidenced by Service-issued documentation