Youth Program Assistant - Growth & Care

Defense Logistics Agency; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Defense Logistics Agency in Columbus, Ohio is seeking qualified applicants for Child and Youth Services (CYS) positions at CY-01 and CY-02 levels. These roles support group programs for children and youth and require applicants to be at least 18 years old, to hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

Qualifications vary by level, with 6–12 months of relevant experience and DoW training or CDA/college credit recommended.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Minimum of 6 months experience working in group programs with children/youth.
• Completion of Entry Level DoW standardized training courses OR equivalent industry training OR six (6) semester hours of college credit in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education, child and youth development, or special education.
• Minimum of 12 months experience working in group programs with children/youth and knowledge in theories and principles of child/youth development; DoW training or CDA/MSA may be required.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Defense Logistics Agency in Columbus, Ohio is seeking qualified applicants for Child and Youth Services (CYS) positions at CY-01 and CY-02 levels. These roles support group programs for children and youth and require applicants to be at least 18 years old, to hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

Qualifications vary by level, with 6–12 months of relevant experience and DoW training or CDA/college credit recommended.