Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-01/02

United States Army Installation Management Command • Fort Bliss, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Fort Bliss, Texas, and provides developmental care and instruction for children and youth ages 6 weeks to 18 years in Child and Youth Services (CYS) programs. The assistant supervises children and youth and accounts for their whereabouts and safety during daily routines, indoor and outdoor activities, field trips, outings, and special events. The role assists with developmentally appropriate activities, schedules, and routines using prepared curricula, activity plans, and materials, including individual and group activities. It may also involve arranging or serving snacks and meals, responding to emergencies, and meeting children’s physical and emotional needs.

The position requires favorable background checks, immunizations, physical examinations, current CPR and First Aid certifications, and completion of required training. Work may take place indoors and outdoors, and schedules may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. Child Development Center assignments require routinely lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds, walking, bending, stooping, and standing. Employees working at least 15 hours per week may receive CYS childcare fee discounts: 100% for the first child and 25% for each subsequent child. Incentives will not be paid.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old at the time of appointment.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent and provide proof of education.
• Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• For Skill Level: Have at least 6 months of experience working in group programs with children or youth, and complete Entry Level DoW standardized training, equivalent industry training, or 6 semester hours of qualifying college credit.
• For Target Level: Have at least 12 months of experience working in group programs with children or youth and demonstrate knowledge of child/youth development theories and principles; complete Skill Level DoW standardized training, hold a CDA or MSA credential, or have 12 semester hours of qualifying college credit.
• Complete employment verification (E-Verify) and required background checks with favorable adjudication.
• Meet immunization requirements, pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physicals, and provide evidence of immunization and freedom from communicable disease.
• For Child Development Center positions, be physically able to routinely lift and carry up to 40 pounds, walk, bend, stoop, and stand.
• Have the visual and auditory capabilities needed to supervise children and youth and respond immediately when necessary.
• Complete required orientation, initial and ongoing annual training, and certifications; maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Submit a resume of no more than two pages.

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate developmental care and instruction to children and youth ages 6 weeks to 18 years in CYS programs.
• Supervise children and youth and account for their whereabouts and safety during routines, indoor and outdoor activities, field trips, outings, and special events.
• Assist in implementing planned, developmentally appropriate activities, schedules, and routines using prepared curricula, activity plans, and materials.
• Support both group and individual activities.
• Arrange for or serve appropriate snacks or meals.
• Identify and respond to emergencies, including evacuations, illness, and children’s physical and emotional needs.
• Report 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% for the first child and 25% for the second and subsequent children.
• Professional development opportunities, including training, education, and certification programs.
• Access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers and libraries.
• 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.
• NAF flexible employees may participate in the NAF 401(k) plan; some may also be eligible for health insurance.

What This Job Offers

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