Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-01/02.

Obsolete Site; Fort Irwin (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Obsolete Site in Fort Irwin, California, is seeking a dedicated Child and Youth Services provider to deliver appropriate care and instruction for children aged 6 weeks to 18 years.

This position involves supervising children's safety during activities, implementing developmentally appropriate curriculums, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Applicants must have effective communication skills, pass background checks, and complete necessary training.

Qualifications

• Must pass a pre-employment physical and be free from communicable disease.
• Must complete CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Must have visual and auditory capabilities for supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide developmental care and instruction for youth ages 6 weeks to 18 years.
• Supervise and ensure safety during activities and field trips.
• Implement planned activities and respond to emergency situations.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Ability to supervise children

Physical capability to lift and carry 40 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth, ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in Child and Youth Services (CYS) programs.
• Actively supervises and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth during daily routines, indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and special events.
• Assists in implementing planned, developmentally appropriate activities, schedules, and routines for children/youth using prepared curriculum, activity plans, and materials which includes group and individual activities.
• Helps arrange for or serve appropriate snacks or meals.
• Identifies and responds to emergency situations including evacuations, child/youth illness, and physical and emotional needs.

Requirements

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment.
• A one‑year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E‑Verify) check.
• This position has been identified as having regular contact with children under the age of 18. In accordance with Section 231 of the Crime Control Act of 1990 (Public Law 101‑647 codified at 34 U.S.C. 20351) and DoD Instruction 1402.05.
• Favorably adjudicated background checks are required.
• Position is subject to immunization requirements as a condition of employment for working with children and youth.
• Employee is required to obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases in accordance with recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which includes the influenza vaccine.
• Must pass a pre‑employment physical and subsequent physicals, thereafter provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease.
• 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.
• The incumbent must have the visual and auditory capabilities to supervise children and youth, to comply with sight and sound supervision requirements, and to provide immediate responses when applicable.
• Incumbent is legally required to report all suspected incidents of child abuse/neglect.
• Must complete all DoW and Service training requirements within the specified time including orientation, initial, and annual ongoing training requirements, and any required certifications. Must maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Failure to achieve desired training with demonstrated competence may result in separation.
• May work an uncommon tour of duty to include evenings, weekends, and holidays to accommodate varying program operating schedules.
• Duties may involve working both indoors and outdoors.
• Occasional indoor and outdoor field trips may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum educational requirement: high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• College transcripts or certificates may be required for applicants seeking higher levels such as Skill or Target.

Area of Consideration

• This job is open to candidates who reside worldwide.
• Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.

Equal Opportunity Statement

This agency is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. Applicants with a qualifying disability or disability history may apply with the same rights and equal opportunity as other applicants. All short‑listing decisions must be based on the qualifications, experience, and prior performance of each candidate.