Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-01/02

U.S. Army; West Point (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Child and Youth Program Assistant to join their team at a local development center. This role is essential in providing a safe and engaging environment for children aged 6 weeks through Pre-Kindergarten. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning and coordinating activities that cater to the diverse needs of children, ensuring their physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. With a focus on positive interactions and participant engagement, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young children. If you are passionate about child development and eager to contribute to a supportive community, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Recruitment Incentive of $500

Health Assessment Requirement

Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain control and safety of children and youth.
• Plan and conduct activities for program participants.
• Prepare and maintain activity areas and materials.

Skills

Communication Skills

Child Care Skills

First Aid

CPR

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

This position will be at the Stony Child Development Center, West Point, NY.

The age range for this location would be children aged 6 weeks through Pre-Kindergarten.

This position is Mission and Weather Essential.

Selectees from vacancy announcements may be eligible to receive a $500.00 Recruitment Incentive!

Please see Additional Information section below for more information.

Duties

• Serves as a Child and Youth Program Assistant in a Child and Youth Services program and maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth.
• Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities that meet the physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs for program participants based on the group and individual children and youth.
• Establishes a program environment that sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth, and adults.
• Helps prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules and provides program options for children with special requirements.
• Maintains program participation data and completes daily report.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old at time of appointment.
• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are 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 annual (or transition) training requirements within the prescribed time frame and demonstrated on the job competence is required.
• May be subject to varying and/or rotating shifts between the hours of 06:00 AM and 06:00 PM to include occasional evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) Check.
• 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.
• Individuals who have been trained will be required to administer medications prescribed by a physician to children/youth, perform CPR and first aid, and aid in providing 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, para.2, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation is required.
• The dual compensation guidelines DO NOT apply to this position. All GS and NAF employees whether fulltime or part time are eligible to apply for this position.
• GS and NAF employees holding FLEX positions are eligible to apply for this position.

Qualifications

For Entry Level (CY-01):

• At a minimum, must have a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• Must be able to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

For information on the qualification requirements for the higher paying levels such as Skill Level (CY-01) and Target Level (CY-02): Refer to our Applicant Information Kit.

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.