Child and Youth Program Assistant (Flex)

Summary

This is a Statement of Difference to the intermediate position, Educational Aid (Child and Youth (CY) Program Assistant), CY-1702-I. Full performance level for this position is CY-1702-II. This position is an entry position leading to the full performance level. The purpose of the CY Program Assistant is to provide appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in one or more CY programs.

Duties

• The duties and responsibilities of the CY Program Assistant have been grouped into categories, including curriculum, indoor and outdoor environment, interactions and relationships, supervision of children and youth, parent and employee communication, assessment, compliance, and additional responsibilities.
• Each is described below.
• Curriculum Develops schedules and activity plans.
• This may include reviewing and providing input into schedules and activity plans developed by the entry level and intermediate level Educational Aids (CY Program Assistants), CY-1702-I.
• Ensures that program plans and activities incorporate the observed needs of individual children and youth.
• Implements activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth.
• Incorporates special instructions provided by parents such as special dietary needs, physical needs, or other information that may affect the child or youth's experience in the program.
• Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements.
• Cares for children and youth with special needs as directed by the supervisor.
• Demonstrates, instructs, leads, and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities.
• Role models developmentally appropriate practice and classroom or activity area management techniques.
• Promotes and models safety, fitness, health, and nutrition practices.
• Helps arrange for and/or serve appropriate snacks or meals where applicable.
• Indoor and Outdoor Environment Helps prepare, arrange and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules.
• Sets up displays and bulletin boards.
• Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damaged, missing, and depleted supplies.
• Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities.
• Interactions and Relationships Establishes a program environment that sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth and adults.
• Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques.
• Supervision of Children and Youth Provides care and supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with the Department of Defense (DoD), NAF Component, and local installation policies, guidance, and standards.
• Maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth.
• Supervises children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events.
• Ensures children and youth (as applicable) depart with authorized person according to written parental instructions.
• Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse, or neglect and reports as directed.
• Incumbent is a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect.
• Parent and Employee Communication Interacts professionally with employees, parents, and local installation command personnel.
• Provides parents with daily verbal or written feedback about their child/youth or program activities.
• Participates in conferences with parents and employees.
• Assessment Observes children and youth and documents developmental progression and/or concerns.
• Uses the information in planning.
• Participates in program evaluation using designated instruments such as programmatic rating scales, risk assessment tools (as required), self-inspection materials, and national accreditation tools.
• Compliance Assists in achieving and maintaining DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent.
• Ensures compliance with law, policies, and regulations applicable to DoD CY programs Notifies supervisor of health, fire, and safety compliance concerns.
• Additional Responsibilities Collects, maintains, and reports program participation data.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Must provide a copy of your H.S. Diploma, GED, or College Transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) when you apply. Note: If your degree has not been awarded you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent.

Benefits

Although this position offer does not include benefits to flex employees, there are numerous perks to being a flex employee. Below are just a few of those perks you will be able to benefit from: Flexible Schedule – You are scheduled based on mission needs and your availability. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – A FREE program provided by CNIC that is accessible to all employees, members of your family, whether in your household or not, offering 24/7/365 access to specialized private support. Access to Morale, Welfare & Recreation Programs to include Golf Courses, Marinas, Gyms/Fitness Centers, Bowling Centers, Restaurants Pools, Base libraries and more!

Discounted Tickets and Travel options and outdoor recreation rentals! Shopping privileges at the Navy Exchange! Access to professional development resources! If you are scheduled and work on average 30 hours/week, you will be eligible for medical benefits.

Required Documents

Prepare the documents below before applying. Always confirm the exact requirements on the official announcement, since they vary by position:

• If claiming Department of Defense (DOD) Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) Business Based Action (BBA) priority consideration: provide a copy of the notice of separation.
• If claiming Military Spouse Preference: provide a copy of the sponsor's Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders and a marriage certificate at the time of application.
• If claiming Veteran's Preference: provide a copy of your DD-214, Member-4 page and any supporting documentation (SF-15, V.A. disability letter, proof of service, etc.) If a current or former Federal Employee: provide a copy of your most recent Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50 Note: When submitting transcripts for an associate degree or higher, proof of a high school diploma or equivalent is not required.
• All transcripts MUST show student's name, the name of the awarding university or educational institution, degree type, awarded/conferred date, and the field of study (major).
• Altered transcripts will not be accepted.
• Transcripts from foreign colleges must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered.
• Applicants are responsible to obtain and submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency which is a private U.S. organization.
• Credential evaluations are not free and applicants are responsible for the cost of the selected service.