CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT.

About the role

This position is Non-appropriated Fund and located at the Youth Center on Grand Forks AFB.

The position may require the incumbent to transport children in a government vehicle: a valid state driver's license must be obtained and maintained; a good driving record may be required as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more child and youth programs.
• 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.
• Helps prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate a daily schedule.
• Executes work in accordance with policies and regulations. May be required to transport children in government vehicles.
• Assists in planning, coordinating, and conducting activities for program participants including group as well as individual child and youth activities.
• Establishes a program environment that sustains participant interest and promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth, and adults.
• Assists children and youth with special projects, and life skills.
• Participates in conferences with parents and staff.
• Reviews and implements daily schedules and activity plans to ensure age/stage appropriateness.
• Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques.
• Interacts professionally with staff members, parents, supervisors, and volunteers.
• Supervises children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and special events.
• Promotes and models safety, fitness, health, and nutrition practices.
• Cares for special needs children and youth as directed by the supervisor.
• Notifies supervisor of health, fire, and safety compliance concerns.
• Helps arrange for/serve appropriate snacks/meals where applicable.
• Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse or neglect and reports as directed.
• Notes special instructions provided by parents.
• Ensures children and youth (as applicable) depart with an authorized person according to written instructions.
• Participates in program evaluations using designated instruments such as programmatic rating scales, risk assessment tools (as required), self-inspection materials and national accreditation tools.
• Assists in achieving and maintaining DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent.
• Provides care/supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with local policies, guidance, and standards.
• Ensures compliance with policies and regulations applicable to AF Child and Youth Programs.
• Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damaged, missing, and depleted supplies.
• Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities.
• Collects, maintains, and reports program participation data.

Qualifications

• Accepting applications
• Posted 04/27/26
• Apply by 07/27/26
• Location: Grand Forks AFB, ND
• Work site options: Telework eligible, No
• Salary: $18.70 - $20.35 per hour
• Pay Rate Setting Rules apply IAW the Non-appropriated Fund Personnel Program Management and Administration
• Background check type: Financial disclosure required
• Announcement number: 26-6O-FSYY278787
• Control number: 866782600

Benefits

No benefits are listed.

Pay

Pay will be set based on experience and education and/or certification:

• Entry Level: $18.70
• Intermediate Level: $20.35

Schedule

Intermittent

Skills

None specifically listed.

Benefits

No benefits are listed.