CYS Program Associate Homework Lab NF-03

United States Army Installation Management Command•Fort Meade, MD

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Fort Meade, Maryland. Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee applicable to employees working at least 15 hours per week: First Child: 100% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees). Second and Subsequent Child: 25% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees). Incentives will not be paid. The incumbent performs duties under the verbal and written direction of the facility director. Assistance and guidance is normally available at all times. Work is reviewed in terms of results achieved IAW standards and procedures. Responsible for the operation of the Child and Youth Services (CYS) Homework Center in accordance with applicable regulations. As part of the on ratio staff, provides assistance to participants in strengthening their academic and learning skills. Develops linkages with parents, School Liaison Officer, other CYS Program Associates and volunteer tutors to ensure homework center is fully integrated into all applicable program settings. Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children/youth. Models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children/youth. Works with senior staff to provide instruction and training to lower level employees on working in the homework center. Provides input to CYS training plan based on observed training needs. Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities.

Requirements

Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.
Be able to communicate in English (both written and verbal).
Be 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
Possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs, walk, bend, and stoop and stand on a routine basis.
Possess and maintain health and freedom from communicable disease.
Possess and maintain a CDA/School-Age/Youth Credential (including Boys and Girls Clubs of America)/Army Youth Practicum.
Possess 12 months of experience working in a related field OR Possess BA/BS degree with a major emphasis on ECE, Elementary Education, Child Development, Home Economics, Special Education or a related field.
Possess work experience directly related to the duties to be performed.
Ability to communicate in English (both written and verbal).
Be 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
Possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs, walk, bend, and stoop and stand on a routine basis.
Possess and maintain health and freedom from communicable disease.
Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
Subject to satisfactory completion of all pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2 to include a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
The Crime Control Act must be successfully completed and maintained.
A health assessment is also required.
Satisfactory performance, successful completion of training requirements (transition and/or annual) and demonstrated on the job competency is required.
Immunizations may be required as a condition of employment for the health and safety of those in the facility as determined by medical authority.
Already immune individuals (based on documented receipt of vaccine series or physician diagnosed illness), or those subject to religious exemption, or medical contraindication are exempt from this requirement.
Must be at least 18 years of age at time of employment.
Willing and able to work the following schedule: Monday through Friday, with regular hours ranging from 6AM to 6PM, requiring early mornings, late evenings, and occasional weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the operation of the Child and Youth Services (CYS) Homework Center in accordance with applicable regulations.
As part of the on ratio staff, provides assistance to participants in strengthening their academic and learning skills.
Develops linkages with parents, School Liaison Officer, other CYS Program Associates and volunteer tutors to ensure homework center is fully integrated into all applicable program settings.
Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children/youth.
Models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children/youth.
Works with senior staff to provide instruction and training to lower level employees on working in the homework center.
Provides input to CYS training plan based on observed training needs.
Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities.