Child & Youth Programs Lead & Mentor

Commander, Navy Installations Command; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Commander, Navy Installations Command seeks a developmental caregiver for CY programs, serving ages 6 weeks to 18 years. You will assist and mentor CY Program Assistants, applying developmentally appropriate practices and safety protocols under supervision.

The role requires knowledge of child/youth development, experience with program planning, emergency response, and English communication. Training and curriculum development skills are essential components of the position.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate programs to meet needs of 6 weeks to 18 years.
• Knowledge of child and youth development principles, practices, and techniques.
• Skills to apply Federal and State laws governing detection and prevention of child abuse/neglect.
• Ability to identify interests and motivation of individuals and groups in a CYP environment.
• Ability to plan programs, organize, and schedule employees.
• Skills to provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to CY Program staff.
• Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations.
• Ability to train employees on recognition of childhood illnesses and child abuse.
• Ability to develop curriculum outlines and lesson plans/guides.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• One year of experience at the CY-02 level or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized developmental care and instruction for children and youth in CY programs.
• Mentor and guide CY Program Assistants as needed.
• Work under supervision with guidance on complex, nonroutine problems.
• Coordinate program activities to meet KSAs and program goals.

Skills

Developmental programming

Child & youth development

Emergency response

Curriculum development

Leadership & mentoring

Employee training

Program planning & scheduling

English communication

Detecting child abuse laws

Job description

Commander, Navy Installations Command seeks a developmental caregiver for CY programs, serving ages 6 weeks to 18 years. You will assist and mentor CY Program Assistants, applying developmentally appropriate practices and safety protocols under supervision.

The role requires knowledge of child/youth development, experience with program planning, emergency response, and English communication. Training and curriculum development skills are essential components of the position.