Child And Youth Program Assistant (Entry Level) (Mvo)

Air Force Global Strike Command • Warren AFB, WY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This entry-level position is located at the Youth Center, FE Warren AFB, Wyoming. The position is flex status with a guarantee of 0 hours, although the employee may be able to work 40 hours per week. Benefits are not provided. Pay is based on experience, education, and/or certification; the listed rates are $18.70 for Entry Level, $20.35 for Intermediate Level, and $21.76 for Target Level.

The incumbent serves as a Child and Youth Program Assistant in one or more child and youth programs and is accountable for participants’ whereabouts and safety. At the entry level, the employee performs simple routine tasks using step-by-step instructions, assists with planned activities using prepared curriculum and materials, helps create a welcoming environment that promotes positive interactions, identifies needed supplies and equipment, and attends to children’s physical needs as applicable. Duties may include supervising children during indoor and outdoor activities, field trips, outings, and special events; helping prepare age-appropriate activities; serving snacks or meals; and transporting children in government vehicles when required.

The position requires satisfactory pre-employment background checks, a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation, and consent to pre-employment and random drug testing. A pre-employment physical examination and subsequent examinations every three years are required. The employee must maintain current immunizations, including annual influenza vaccination, be free of communicable diseases, and complete assigned training, including Food Handlers certification, within the specified time. Applicants must be at least 18 and have a high school diploma or equivalent. No prior experience is required for the Entry Level position. The position may require a valid state driver's license to transport children in a government vehicle.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
• No previous experience is required for the Entry Level position.
• Must satisfactorily complete pre-employment background checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, including a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
• Must consent to pre-employment and random drug testing; the position is designated as a Drug Test Designated Position.
• Must complete a pre-employment physical examination and one every three years thereafter to demonstrate the required physical health and fitness.
• Must obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations, including annual influenza vaccinations, and be free of communicable diseases.
• Must complete assigned training, including Food Handlers certification, within the specified time after hire or assignment.
• A valid state driver's license may be required to transport children in a government vehicle.
• Must provide a REAL ID or an authorized combination of identity documents to access the installation.
• Direct deposit is required.
• Applicants born after December 31, 1959, who are male, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must satisfactorily complete employment verification through E-Verify.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing planned activities using prepared curriculum and program materials.
• Create an environment that welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions.
• Generate a list of needed supplies and equipment.
• Attend to the physical needs of children, as applicable.
• Provide care, supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants and ensure their whereabouts and safety.
• Assist in preparing age-appropriate activities and supervise children and youth during indoor and outdoor activities, field trips, outings, and special events.
• Arrange and serve snacks or meals.
• Execute work in accordance with policies and regulations.
• Transport children in government vehicles when required.

Benefits

• 100% childcare fee discount for the first child enrolled in a full-time or regular part-time DAF Child Development Program; a 37% discount applies to additional children of staff.
• Referral incentive of $250 for an additional applicant referral who is hired and remains on staff for at least six months, subject to eligibility.
• Recruitment incentive of $1,250 for each new staff member after six months on staff; a signed service agreement is required.

What This Job Offers

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