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

U.S. Army; Stuttgart; Vor Ort; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to supervise and engage with children and youth in various activities. This role involves planning and implementing programs tailored to the needs of participants, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and providing a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have a passion for child development and the ability to communicate effectively. Join a rewarding team where your contributions will have a lasting impact on the lives of young individuals. If you are ready to make a difference in a supportive and dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Leistungen

100% discount on childcare for the first child

25% discount for additional children

NAF benefits package

Leave accrual

Qualifikationen

• Must be 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Candidates must communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

Aufgaben

• Supervises children during activities and events, ensuring safety and engagement.
• Plans and conducts activities based on individual needs of children and youth.

Kenntnisse

Effective Communication

Childcare Management

Team Leadership

CPR and First Aid

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Child Development Associate Credential

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Jobbeschreibung

This position is located at multiple locations and employment categories, Stuttgart, Germany.

This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies throughout the program. Management has the right to assign staff to locations as mission requires.

This position is eligible for the NAF benefits package and leave accrual.

**Now offering 100% discount on childcare for the first child, 25% discount for each additional child. Subject to approval annually**

Duties

• 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.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age at time of employment.
• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/physical/background requirements for this position.
• Must have current health assessment which documents good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations in accordance with current Army and DoD policy including annual influenza vaccinations.
• A one-year probationary period may be required (either initially or upon conversion, if applicable).
• Successful completion of Lead Foundation Level training and annual training requirements is required.
• May be subject to irregular hour, 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 has 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.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks in accordance with AR 215-3, 2-15m., and a Childcare Tier 1 background investigation is required.

Qualifications

All Candidates must:

• Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.
• Be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

In addition, candidates must meet one of the following:

• 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.

OR

• 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. School Age: Elementary Education, Child Development, Youth Development, Special Education. Youth Services: Youth Development, Secondary Education, Human Development, Youth Program Administration, Recreation, Physical Education, or directly related behavioral or cultural science (developmental psychology, child psychology/sociology, sociology of the family, parenting. General psychology/sociology coursework is not qualifying.

OR

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

OR

• 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.

Applicants that possess at least one of the following will be considered highly preferred and may be sent first for consideration. The experience and knowledge listed MUST be reflected on your resume to be considered a Highly Preferred candidate.

1. Experience assisting with childcare or youth program national accreditation processes.
2. Experience participating in multi-disciplinary or higher-level child/youth program inspections.
3. Experience working with varying age groups (early childhood, school age, youth).
4. Experience leading or mentoring lower-level childcare/youth program staff.