Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-01/02

About the role

This position provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth in Child and Youth Services (CYS) programs. The incumbent actively supervises and accounts for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth during various activities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and account for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth during daily routines, indoor and outdoor activities, field trips, outings, and special events.
• Implement planned, developmentally appropriate activities, schedules, and routines using prepared curriculum, activity plans, and materials, including group and individual activities.
• Aid in arranging for or serving appropriate snacks or meals.
• Identify and respond to emergency situations such as evacuations, child/youth illness, and physical/emotional needs.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship or Non-U.S. National residency for at least 3 years prior to start.
• Age 18 or older at time of appointment.
• One year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactory completion of E-Verify employment verification.
• Favorable adjudicated background checks.
• Pass a pre-employment physical and provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease.
• Physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs., walk, bend, stoop, and stand.
• Visual and auditory capabilities to supervise children and youth, comply with sight and sound supervision requirements, and provide immediate responses when applicable.
• Report all suspected incidents of child abuse/neglect.
• Complete all DoW and Service training requirements within specified time, including orientation, initial, and annual ongoing training requirements, and any required certifications.
• Pass a pre-employment physical and provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease.

Qualifications

• Entry Level (CY-01): Must be at least 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Skill Level (CY-01): Same as Entry Level (CY-01).
• Target Level (CY-02): Must be at least 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, have at least 12 months experience working in group programs with children/youth, and demonstrate knowledge in theories and principles of child/youth development.

Education

• At minimum, a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required.
• Proof of education is required at the time of application.
• All education documents must be in English or have a translated copy provided.

Additional information

• This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies throughout the program.
• Management has the right to assign staff to locations as mission requires.
• The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is within the local commuting area of Richmond, VA which is defined as within a 50-mile radius.
• This is an open continuous announcement to provide a ready pool of available applicants as needed.
• Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as vacancies occur.
• Manual Applications: If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application.
• Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to job-related questions, may result in an ineligible rating.
• PCS Costs: Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
• Allowances and Differentials: This job is part of a pay-banded system. Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees and night differential pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander.
• Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid.
• Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities: Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT.
• Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities: After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise.
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