Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-01/02

Defense Logistics Agency • Columbus, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at the Defense Logistics Agency in Columbus, Ohio. The Child and Youth Program Assistant provides developmentally appropriate care and instruction for children and youth ages 6 weeks through 18 years in Child and Youth Services programs. The role includes actively supervising children and keeping track of their whereabouts and safety during routines, indoor and outdoor activities, field trips, outings, and special events. The assistant supports planned activities using prepared curricula, activity plans, and materials, and helps provide snacks or meals. The position also responds to emergencies, including evacuations and children’s illness or physical and emotional needs.

The position may involve indoor and outdoor work and occasional field trips. Schedules may include evenings, weekends, and holidays to accommodate program operating hours. Child Development Center duties require the ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and routinely walk, bend, stoop, and stand. The employee must maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications, meet required training and immunization requirements, and pass required physicals and background checks.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and the ability to communicate effectively in English. Higher skill levels require relevant experience working with children or youth and specified training, credentials, or college coursework. The position is in a pay-banded system; incentives are not paid. CYS employees working at least 15 hours per week receive childcare fee discounts. Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for health and life insurance, 401(k) and retirement plans, paid personal time off, and federal holidays, subject to applicable eligibility rules.

Requirements

• Must generally be at least 18 years old; a 17-year-old dependent of a Service member or Department of War civilian employee may qualify under the stated conditions.
• High school diploma or equivalent; proof of education is required at application.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
• Skill Level: at least 6 months of experience working in group programs with children or youth, plus completion of Entry Level DoW standardized training, equivalent industry training, or 6 semester hours of specified relevant college credit.
• Target Level: at least 12 months of experience working in group programs with children or youth and demonstrated knowledge of child/youth development theories and principles, plus completion of Skill Level DoW standardized training, a CDA or MSA credential, or 12 semester hours of specified relevant college credit.
• Submit a resume of two pages or less that clearly demonstrates relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Provide education documents in English or with a translated copy; college transcripts or certificates may be required for Skill or Target level consideration.
• Direct deposit and Social Security card are required.
• Satisfactorily complete an E-Verify employment verification check and favorably adjudicated background checks.
• Meet immunization requirements, including influenza vaccination; pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physicals and provide evidence of immunization and freedom from communicable disease.
• For Child Development Center positions, be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and routinely walk, bend, stoop, and stand.
• Have visual and auditory capabilities needed to supervise children, meet sight-and-sound supervision requirements, and respond immediately when necessary.
• Complete required orientation, initial, and ongoing annual training and any required certifications; maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• May be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide developmentally appropriate care and instruction for children and youth ages 6 weeks through 18 years in CYS programs.
• Actively supervise children and youth and account for their whereabouts and safety during routines, indoor and outdoor activities, field trips, outings, and special events.
• Assist with implementing planned, developmentally appropriate activities, schedules, and routines using prepared curricula, activity plans, and materials for group and individual activities.
• Help arrange or serve appropriate snacks or meals.
• Identify and respond to emergencies, including evacuations, illness, and children’s physical and emotional needs.
• Report all suspected incidents of child abuse or neglect.
• Complete required DoW and Service training and maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.

Benefits

• CYS childcare fee discount for employees working at least 15 hours per week: 100% discount for the first child, 50% for the second and subsequent child, and 15% for additional children in the household.
• Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for health and life insurance, 401(k) and retirement plans, paid personal time off, and federal holidays, subject to eligibility rules.
• Professional development opportunities, including training, education, and certification programs.
• Access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers and libraries.
• Some flexible employees may be eligible for health insurance; NAF flexible employees may participate in the NAF 401(k) plan under stated conditions.

What This Job Offers

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