Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) ยท 7 hours ago
CYP Child and Youth Program Assistant (Multi-Level)
Bay Point, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
0+ years expNavy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness is seeking a Child and Youth Program Assistant who will work directly with children and youth to ensure their engagement, care, and safety. The role involves developing activity plans, supervising participants, and fostering positive interactions to support the developmental needs of children and youth.
Military
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develops schedules and activity plans
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
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 be 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent
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
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
Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment
Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to complete all Department of the Navy (DoN) training requirements within the specified timeframe
Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with children, youth, and coworkers
Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
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 follow written instructions
Ability to plan and organize, and work cooperatively as a member of a team
Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with children, youth, and coworkers
Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
Six (6) months of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting
Knowledge of child and youth development principles in order to appropriately inform the efficient and effective program response to meet the needs of children and youth
Skill to implement developmentally appropriate child and youth development principles, practices, and services in order to provide high-quality direct care and education for children and youth, either individually or within groups
Skill to promote and foster effective working relationships with children, youth, and coworkers
Skill to work cooperatively as a member of a team
Skill in verbal communication in order to provide basic program information and explain CYP processes and procedures
One (1) year of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting
Must provide a copy of your H.S. Diploma, GED, or College Transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) when you apply
Completion of Navy Entry Level training requirement (Army, Air Force, and Marine equivalent accepted)
Completion of the DoD standardized training courses; OR a valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Military School-Age (MSA) credential; OR a minimum of a 2-year degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development, Youth Recreation, Physical Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Youth Development, or other field related to Pre-K or Primary Education
If your degree has not been awarded and/or you possess certificates of completion for DoD approved competency-based training courses, and/or a valid CDA/MSA credential(s), you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent
Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment
All individuals involved in the provision of child care services on a Department of Navy (DON) installation or in a DON-sanctioned program must complete the Installation Records Check (IRC)
Per Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1402.05 Background Checks on Individuals in DoD Child Care Services Programs, incumbents will be automatically disqualified for a conviction in either civilian or military court for any of the following: a sexual offense, any criminal offense involving a child victim, or a felony drug offense
Additionally, the incumbent will be automatically disqualified if he/she has been held to be negligent in a civil adjudication or administrative proceeding concerning the death of or serious injury to a child or dependent person entrusted to the individual's care
Non-U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment
Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period
Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required
We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee's eligibility to work in the United States
In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID, identity will need to be established
Preferred
Prior experience working with children and/or youth is preferred
Benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Company
Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR)
OUR VISION: Deliver dynamic, innovative, and integrated programs and services that inspire Sailors and Navy families to thrive throughout their military life cycle.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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