Child and Youth Program Assistant

About the position:
This position is located at the Child Development Center. Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position (see Additional Information). Work Schedule is Flex with no guaranteed hours but could work up to 40 hours a week. Pay will be set based on experience and education and/or certification:
Target Level: $21.96, Intermediate Level: $19.82, Entry Level: $18.70.

The incumbent will serve as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more child and youth programs and will be accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Provides care/supervision, oversight and accountability for program participants. Assists in preparing age appropriate activities; supervises children and youth during indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings and special events;

arranges and serves snacks/meals. Executes work in accordance with policies and regulations. May be required to transport children in government vehicles.

Coordinates and conducts activities for children and/or youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Demonstrates, instructs, leads and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities. Briefs staff, management, and parents on activities. Conducts inventory on equipment and supplies.

Assists in planning, coordinating and conducting activities for program participants. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Implements daily schedules and activity plans to ensure age/stage appropriateness. Briefs staff, management, and parents on activities. Conducts inventory on equipment and supplies.

Performs simple routine tasks following step-by-step instructions. Assists in providing planned activities using prepared curriculum and program materials. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Generates a list of needed supplies and equipment. Attends to the physical needs of the children, as applicable.

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• This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
• This position has physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
• This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations this includes annual influenza vaccinations and be free of all communicable diseases.
• This position requires the incumbent to complete assigned training, to include Food Handlers certification, within specified time from date hire or assignment to position.
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
• The position may require the incumbent to transport children in a government vehicle therefore a valid state driver's license must be obtained and maintained; a good driving record may be required as a condition of employment.
• This is a Mission Essential position performing a Mission Critical Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions.
• Incumbent requires regular contact with children under the age of 18 and requires a state criminal repository background check investigation, and periodic re-verification check of multiple agency record.
• This position requires the incumbent to be at least 18 years of age and hold a High School Diploma or equivalent. A copy of the High School Diploma or equivalent MUST be uploaded at the time of application to be considered for employment.