CYP Child and Youth Program Assistant (Multilevel)

Commander, Navy Installations Command•Fallon, NV

About The Position

CYP Assistants work directly with children and youth to keep them engaged, cared for, and safe while participating in the Child and Youth Program (CYP). They support social skills, healthy choices, self-help and school-readiness skills, and exploration of the surrounding environment. The role includes curriculum and activity planning, maintaining indoor and outdoor activity areas, developing positive relationships, supervising participants, communicating with parents and employees, observing and assessing development, and supporting compliance with applicable requirements. The position has entry, intermediate, and target levels. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, meet the applicable education and experience requirements, complete required training and credentials, and pass the applicable background checks, drug testing, and pre-employment physical. The position is designated for pre-employment and random drug testing. A one-year probationary period may be required for some positions.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to complete required Department of the Navy training within the specified timeframe.
Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with children, youth, and coworkers.
Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
Must complete required training certificates and maintain certifications or credentials required by Federal, State, and/or national accreditation institutions used by DoD Child and Youth Programs.
Must pass applicable records and background checks, including required child-care checks, fingerprint checks, Tier 1 with Child Care check, State Criminal History Repository check, and Installation Records Check.
Must undergo pre-employment and random drug testing and consent to such testing; a positive result or failure to submit for testing is grounds for removal.
Must pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases.
Must provide proof of education if it was not provided with the application.
Entry level: High school diploma or equivalent; ability to complete all required DoN training within the specified timeframe.
Intermediate level: Entry-level abilities; knowledge of basic child and youth development principles; ability to implement developmentally appropriate practices, interpret curriculum or activity plans, plan and organize, and follow written instructions; six months of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting; high school diploma or equivalent; and completion of Navy Entry Level training requirement (Army, Air Force, and Marine equivalent accepted).
Target level: Entry- and intermediate-level knowledge and abilities; knowledge of child and youth development principles; skills implementing developmentally appropriate practices and services, fostering effective relationships, teamwork, and verbally explaining basic program information and procedures; one year of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting; high school diploma or equivalent; and one of the following: DoD standardized training courses, a valid CDA or MSA credential, or a qualifying two-year degree.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with children and/or youth is preferred for entry-level applicants.

Responsibilities

Develop schedules and activity plans, incorporating observed needs of individual children and youth.
Implement activities and special events addressing participants' physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs.
Incorporate parental instructions, including information about dietary or physical needs, and prepare program options for children and youth with special requirements.
Care for children and youth with special needs as directed by the supervisor.
Demonstrate, instruct, lead, and facilitate planned and spontaneous program activities; model developmentally appropriate practices and activity-area management.
Promote and model safety, fitness, health, and nutrition practices; help arrange or serve appropriate snacks and meals where applicable.
Prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials; set up displays and bulletin boards.
Inventory equipment and recommend replenishment of damaged, missing, or depleted supplies; secure supplies, equipment, and facilities.
Establish an environment that sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions.
Interact with children and youth using approved child-guidance and youth-development techniques.
Provide care, supervision, oversight, and accountability in accordance with applicable DoD, NAF Component, and installation policies and standards.
Maintain control of and account for participants' whereabouts and safety during scheduled activities, field trips, outings, and special events.
Ensure participants depart with an authorized person in accordance with written parental instructions, as applicable.
Observe participants for signs of illness, abuse, or neglect and report as directed; report suspected child abuse or neglect as a mandatory reporter under local policy.
Interact professionally with employees, parents, and local installation command personnel; provide parents with daily verbal or written feedback and participate in conferences.
Observe children and youth, document developmental progress or concerns, and use that information in planning.
Participate in program evaluation using designated rating scales, risk assessment tools, self-inspection materials, and accreditation tools.
Assist in achieving and maintaining DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent; ensure compliance with applicable laws, policies, and regulations.
Notify the supervisor of health, fire, and safety compliance concerns.
Collect, maintain, and report program participation data.
Perform other related duties as assigned.