CYP Child and Youth Program Leader

NAVBASE San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

NAVBASE San Diego is seeking a Child and Youth Program Leader to provide specialized developmental care and instruction for children and youth aged 6 weeks through 18 years. The role includes guiding CYP Assistants and ensuring safe, compliant programming at the base site.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge of developmentally appropriate programming, leadership ability, and experience in curriculum planning and employee training.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate programs for children and youth from 6 weeks to 18 years.
• Knowledge of child and youth development principles, practices, and techniques.
• Skills to apply Federal and State laws governing child abuse prevention.
• Ability to understand interests and motivation of individuals and groups in CYP environments.
• Skill in program planning, organizing, and employee scheduling.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and guide CYP staff.
• Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations.
• Ability to train employees on issues including illnesses and child abuse.
• Ability to develop curriculum outlines and lesson plans/guides.
• Strong English communication skills, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to CYP Program Assistants.
• Apply federal and state laws on child abuse prevention and safety.
• Develop curriculum outlines and lesson plans for CYP activities.
• Plan, organize, and schedule CYP programs and staff.
• Communicate effectively in English with staff and participants.

Skills

Development programs

Child & youth development

Emergency response

Curriculum development

Team leadership

Mentoring

Employee training

Curriculum outlines

English communication

CY-02 experience

Job description

The purpose of the Child and Youth Program (CYP) Leader is to provide appropriate specialized developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in one or more Child and Youth programs. This includes the provision of guidance, assistance, and mentoring for the Child and Youth Program Assistants.

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:

• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate programs designed to meet the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs of children and youth from 6 weeks to 18 years of age.
• Knowledge of child and youth development principles, practices, and techniques.
• Skills to apply Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect.
• Skill in understanding interests and motivation of individuals and groups in a CYP environment.
• Skill in program planning, organizing, and employee scheduling.
• Skills to provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to CY Program
• Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations.
• Ability to train employees on variety of issues to include recognition and identification of childhood illnesses and child abuse, etc.
• Ability to develop curriculum outlines and lesson plans/guides.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing and possess strong interpersonal skills.
• One (1) year of experience at the CY-02 (GSE-04) level or equivalent displaying knowledge of and competency in developmentally appropriate programming for children and youth.