Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-01/02

About the role

This position provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth in 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 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.
• Aid in arranging for or serving appropriate snacks or meals.
• Identify and respond to emergency situations including evacuations, child/youth illness, and physical/emotional needs.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship or Non-U.S. National residency for at least 3 years.
• Age 18 or older at time of appointment.
• One year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactory completion of E-Verify check.
• Favorably adjudicated background checks are required.
• Position subject to immunization requirements.
• Pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physicals, provide evidence of immunization, and be free from communicable disease.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs., walk, bend, stoop, and stand on a routine basis.
• Visual and auditory capabilities to supervise children and youth, comply with sight and sound supervision requirements, and provide immediate responses when applicable.
• Legally required to 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.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physicals, provide evidence of immunization, and be free from communicable disease.

Qualifications

• Entry Level (CY-01): At least 18 years old, high school diploma or equivalent, effective communication skills in English.
• Skill Level (CY-01): At least 18 years old, high school diploma or equivalent, effective communication skills in English, 6 months experience in group programs with children/youth.
• Target Level (CY-02): At least 18 years old, high school diploma or equivalent, effective communication skills in English, 12 months experience in group programs with children/youth, completion of Skill Level DoW standardized training courses or equivalent industry training.

Benefits

The position offers a variety of benefits including health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees may also be eligible for health insurance.

Pay

Details on pay structure and schedule are provided in the job description.

Schedule

May work an uncommon tour of duty to include evenings, weekends, and holidays to accommodate varying program operating schedules. Duties may involve working both indoors and outdoors. Occasional indoor and outdoor field trips may be required.