Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant; Level 5 CY

Overview

Summary
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This position is located at the Child Development Center, Fort Lee, VA.

• Supervises children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events.
• Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth. Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements.
• Instructs team members in specific tasks and job techniques; makes available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies. Explains program guidance, procedures, policies, and directives to team members.
• Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) and local installation standards. Ensures assigned area maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent.
• Completes training requirements using approved service materials to include designated training modules. Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment. Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks in accordance with AR 215-3, 2-15m., and a Childcare Tier 1 background investigation is required.
• Successful completion of Lead Foundation Level training and annual training requirements is required.
• May be subject to irregular hours, evenings and/or weekends.
• For positions in Child Development Centers, possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs., walk, bend, stoop, and stand on a routine basis.
• Incumbent is legally required to report all suspected incidents of child abuse/neglect.
• Individuals who have been trained will be required to administer routine and rescue medications prescribed by a physician to children/youth, perform CPR and first aid, and provide reasonable accommodations to children/youth with a special need.
• Travel to on- and off-post locations may be required. Duties involve working both indoors and outdoors.

• Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.
• Be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

• Possess and maintain one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned:
  Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Military School Age Credential, Army Youth Practicum or other nationally recognized Youth Development Credential.

• Two years of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth plus an associate's degree or at least 60 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, for example:
  Early Childhood Education/Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education, or related behavioral or cultural science.

• A bachelor's Degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content as indicated above.

• Possess 24 months (2 years) working in a group childcare or youth program with completion of DoD approved competency training courses, evidenced by Service-issued documentation.

• Experience assisting with childcare or youth program national accreditation processes.
• Experience participating in multi-disciplinary or higher-level child/youth program inspections.
• Experience working with varying age groups (early childhood, school age, youth).
• Experience leading or mentoring lower level childcare/youth program staff.

Education

Proof of education is required at the time of application.

Note:

Education must be directly related to the position to be filled. If qualifying via DoD approved competency training courses, supply one of the following:
Foundation IDP signed by both employee and supervisor/training specialist;
Foundation (or equivalent) certificate; a memorandum stating completion of Foundation training from a supervisor or CYS Training Specialist with full name, title, and contact information.

• VLS certificates without an accompanying IDP will not be accepted.

• This job is open to candidates who are currently residing within the local commuting area (60-mile radius) of Fort Lee, VA. MSP and ISMP eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.

• If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. Contact the servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed to request a copy of the application form.
• Submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, by the closing date to…