Child and Youth Program Assistant - Langley AFB, United States - US Air Combat Command

US Air Combat Command

Verified Company

Langley AFB, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Duties:

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ALL LEVELS):

The incumbent will serve as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more child and youth programs and will be accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth.

Provides care/supervision, oversight and accountability for program participants.

Assists in preparing age appropriate activities; supervises children and youth during indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings and special events; arranges and serves snacks/meals.

Executes work in accordance with policies and regulations. May be required to transport children in government vehicles.

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (TARGET LEVEL):
Coordinates and conducts activities for children and/or youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Demonstrates, instructs, leads and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities. Briefs staff, management, and parents on activities. Conducts inventory on equipment and supplies.

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL):
Assists in planning, coordinating and conducting activities for program participants. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Implements daily schedules and activity plans to ensure age/stage appropriateness. Briefs staff, management, and parents on activities. Conducts inventory on equipment and supplies.

CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL):
Performs simple routine tasks following step-by-step instructions. Assists in providing planned activities using prepared curriculum and program materials. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Generates a list of needed supplies and equipment. Attends to the physical needs of the children, as applicable.

Requirements:

Conditions of Employment:

This position requires satisfactory completion of preemployment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation.
This position has physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable preemployment physical.
This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations this includes annual influenza vaccinations and be free of all communicable diseases.
This position requires the incumbent to complete assigned training, to include Food Handlers certification, within specified time from date hire or assignment to position.
This position requires incumbent to provide a copy of their HS diploma/equivalent.
This position requires incumbent to be at least 18 years of age.
This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
Must provide a copy of good driving record.

Qualifications:

Business Based Action
Military Spouse Preference
Outside Applicant Veteran
Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
Transition Hiring Preference

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Qualifying Experience:
ALL LEVELS

Must be a high school graduate, or equivalent; and be able to provide proof (i.e., diploma or equivalent) for verification.

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AND

CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (TARGET LEVEL):

Six months experience equivalent to the CY-02 level working in a group program for children or youth
AND Completion of applicable training modules;
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OR

30 semester hours above the high school level which included at least 15 semester hours in early childhood education, youth development, or related fields.

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CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL):
Six months experience equivalent to the CY-01 level working in a group program for children or youth
AND Completion of 3 AF modules (or equivalent)
AND AF Orientation Training Program;
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OR
15 semester hours above the high school level in early childhood education, youth development, or related field.
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CY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL):
This is an entry level position; no previous experience required.

Education:

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does allow for education substitution in order to qualify.

FOREIGN EDUCATION:
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements.

You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S.

education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information: