CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL) Youth Center

Air Force Global Strike Command • Dyess AFB, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Youth Center. The position requires you to transport children in a government vehicle you must be obtained and maintained a valid state driver's license; a good driving record is required as a condition of employment. This position is considered Flex hours. Pay will be set based on experience and education and/or certification: Target Level: $21.76 Intermediate Level: $20.35 Entry Level: $18.70

Requirements

• Must be a high school graduate, or equivalent; and be able to provide proof (i.e., diploma or equivalent) for verification.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• A good driving record is required.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
• Must consent to a pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Must be able to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations this includes annual influenza vaccinations and be free of all communicable diseases.
• Must complete assigned training, to include Food Handlers certification, within specified time from date hire or assignment to position.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Direct deposit is required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
• Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation.

Nice To Haves

• 18 months working in any childcare or youth program.
• Completion of DoD approved competency-training courses.
• Entry and intermediate level training must be completed and evident by Service-issued documentation.
• 18 months of experience working in a childcare or youth program, plus possession and maintenance of one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: child development associate credential, military school age credential, or other nationally recognized youth development credential.
• 18 months of experience working in a childcare or youth program, plus an associate degree that includes a major course of study (24 credit hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university.
• Possession and maintenance of one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: child development associate credential, military school age credential, Army youth practicum or other nationally recognized youth development credential.
• A bachelor's degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study (24 credit hours) from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university with content directly related to: early childhood education, child development, youth development, human development, elementary education, special education, secondary education, youth program administration, recreation, and physical education.
• Six months experience equivalent to the CY-01 Entry Level working in a group program for children or youth.
• Completion of 3 AF modules (or equivalent).
• AF Orientation Training Program.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Implements daily schedules and activity plans to ensure age/stage appropriateness.
• Performs simple routine tasks following step-by-step instructions.
• Assists in providing planned activities using prepared curriculum and program materials.
• Generates a list of needed supplies and equipment.
• Attends to the physical needs of the children, as applicable.

Benefits

• 100% child care fee discount for all CYP direct care staff for the first child enrolled in a full-time or regular part-time DAF CDP.
• A 25% discount will apply for any additional children of direct care staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED