Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-02

US Defense Logistics Agency; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Logistics Agency Richmond is seeking qualified candidates for a Child and Youth Services position at the Richmond, VA Child Development Center. The role requires at least an 18-month background in group programs with children/youth and demonstrated knowledge of child development theories.

Multiple education routes are described, including DoW training, CDA/MSA credentials, or degrees in related fields.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing to communicate with CYS team and customers, prepare reports and plans, and document observations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports and plans and document observations.
• Communicate with CYS team and customers.
• Demonstrate knowledge of child/youth development and related training.

Skills

English communication

Education

DoW standardized training

CDA or MSA credential

Associate's degree or 60 semester hours

Bachelor's degree or higher in related field

Job description

This position is located at Defense Logistics Agency Richmond, VA Child Development Center.

Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee

• First Child: 100% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees working at least 15 hours per week)
• Second and Subsequent Child: 50% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees working at least 15 hours per week)

Incentives and Bonuses

• Incentives will not be paid.

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

A qualified candidate must possess the following:

All Candidates must:

• Must be 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• The incumbent must communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing to communicate with CYS team and customers, prepare reports and plans, and document observations.

In addition, candidates must meet one of the following:

• Minimum of 18 months experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principals of child/youth development AND Education:- Completion of DoW standardized training course OR Child Development Associate (CDA) or Military School-Age (MSA) credential.

OR

• Experience: Minimum of 12 months experience working in group programs with children/youth as well as demonstrated knowledge in theories and principals of child growth and development AND Education::- Associate's degree or 60 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) OR related field which includes a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university. OR Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education; child and youth development, or 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) or related field which includes a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university.

In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified"

• Are you a current DLA Richmond employee?