Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-01/02

United States Army Installation Management Command; Fort Bliss (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare fee discount

Job summary

United States Army Installation Management Command at Fort Bliss, Texas, seeks childcare professionals across CY-01, CY-02 levels to support group programs for children and youth. Roles require clear English communication, reliability, and a commitment to safety and development in a military community.

Entry level candidates must have a HS diploma; higher levels add training requirements or college coursework in early childhood or related fields, with increasing experience in group settings.

Qualifications

• Entry level requires HS diploma or equivalent and fluent English.
• Skill Level requires 6 months experience with children/youth and valid training or college credits.
• Target Level requires 12 months experience and demonstrated knowledge in child/youth development or related credentials.

Skills

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

DoW training or CDA or 6 semester hours in related field

12 semester hours in related fields or CDA/MSA credential

Job description

Location

This position is located at Fort Bliss, Texas.

Childcare Fee Discounts

Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee applicable to employees working at least 15 hours per week: First Child: 100% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees) Second and Subsequent Child: 25% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees)

Incentives and Bonuses

Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid.

Resume Requirements

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities (KSAs) as they pertain to this position.

Qualifications

For Entry Level (CY-01):

• 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.

For Skill Level (CY-01):

• 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.
• Minimum of 6 months experience working in group programs with children/youth
• Completion of Entry Level DoW standardized training courses OR equivalent industry training OR six (6) semester hours of college credit in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education, child and youth development, or special education.

For Target Level (CY-02):

• 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.
• Minimum of 12 months experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principles of child/youth development.
• Completion of Skill Level DoW standardized training courses OR Child Development Associate (CDA) or Military School-Age (MSA) Credential OR 12 semester hours of college credit in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education; child and youth development, special education, Human Development, Youth Program Administration, Recreation (children and youth), Physical Education or directly related behavioral sciences (developmental psychology, child psychology/sociology for the family. General psychology/sociology course work is not qualifying)

Note to applicants: College transcripts or certificates may be required at the time of application for applicants who want to be considered for Skill or Target level.