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CYP Program Assistant May be eligible for 1000.00 Incentive at 6 mo. and 1 year

Naval District Washington

Portsmouth

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GBP 20,000 - 30,000

Full time

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to support child and youth programs. This role requires effective communication skills and the ability to foster positive relationships with children and colleagues. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. The position involves completing necessary training and maintaining certifications to ensure compliance with Department of Defense standards. If you are passionate about working with youth and want to make a meaningful impact, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

  • Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience with children or youth is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Follow all DoD training requirements and maintain certifications.
  • Promote effective relationships with children and coworkers.

Skills

Effective communication in English
Ability to follow instructions
Teamwork
Child and youth development knowledge
Planning and organizing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent
2-year degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

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Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • 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.
  • Pass all applicable records and background checks.
  • 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.
  • 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 ineligibility to apply for a position within the Department of Defense for 6 months from the date of the drug test.
  • 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.

Qualifications
Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A Qualified Candidate Possesses The Following
Entry Level (CY-1702-01)

  • 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.

Intermediate Level (CY-1702-01)

Entry Level Abilities Plus

  • 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.

Target Level (CY-1702-02)

Entry And Intermediate Levels' Knowledge And Abilities Plus

  • 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.

Education
  • Must provide a copy of your H.S. Diploma, GED, or College Transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) when you apply.**

Entry Level (CY-1702-01)

A successful candidate must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.

Note: Prior experience working with children and/or youth is preferred.

Intermediate Level (CY-1702-01)

A Successful Candidate Must Be At Least 18 Years Of Age With a High School Diploma Or Equivalent, Have Six (6) Months Of Experience Working With Children Or Youth In a Child And Youth Setting AND Have The Following

Completion of Navy Entry Level training requirement (Army, Air Force, and Marine equivalent accepted).

Target Level (CY-1702-02)

A Successful Candidate Must Be At Least 18 Years Of Age With a High School Diploma Or Equivalent, Possess One (1) Year Of Experience Working With Children Or Youth In a Child And Youth Setting AND Have One Of The Following

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.

Note: 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.

Additional information
Conditions Of Employment Cont.

Incumbents must satisfactorily complete all background checks for child care positions, including fingerprint checks, a Tier 1 with Child Care check, and a State Criminal History Repository (SCHR) check. 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). The IRC includes a check of the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program (SARP) records in the Alcohol and Drug Management Information Tracking System (ADMITS) database, a check of the Family Advocacy Program (FAP) records in the Fleet and Family Support Management Information System (FFSMIS), and an installation security/base check via the Navy Justice Information System (NJIS) database and/or other law enforcement systems. This information will be used to determine suitability for the applicant in accordance with criteria for automatic and presumptive disqualifiers, per DoDI 1402.05.

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 (to include any general, special, or summary court-martial conviction or if they received non-judicial punishment [under Article 15 or chapter 47 of Title 10, U.S.C]) 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.

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.

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