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 (TECHNICIAN LEVEL):
Serve as a mentor for assigned child and youth staff. Works with senior staff to provide instruction and training to lower-level employees. Assists trainer in helping lower level employees with completion of the modules and help translate professional development training into practice. Models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children/youth. Assists lower level employees in their efforts to receive a Child Development Associate/Youth Development credential. Records observations and charts progress of team member's on-the-job skills and reports findings to trainer.
Frequently consults trainer on strategies to further assist team member's professional development efforts. Provides input to the supervisor as requested concerning promotions, reassignments, performance appraisals, incentive awards, etc. Provides input to child and youth training plan based on observed training needs. Works in ratio with children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years. Accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children/youth.
Oversees arrival/departure of children/youth. Supervises children/ youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and special events. Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children/youth. Prepares and implements program options for children/youth with special requirements. Encourages program options for children/youth with special requirements.
Encourages participant interest and establishes a program setting that promotes positive child/youth interactions with other children, youth, and adults. Recommends to trainer and program leader changes and adjustments to activities and plans where necessary to meet unusual situations. Continually reviews activities and plans for appropriateness. Works with trainer, supervisor, and program leader to implement activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children/youth. Works with team members to prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedule. Assists children/youth with special projects, homework, and life skills. interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques. Interacts professionally with staff members, parents, supervisor, and volunteers. Briefs other employees and parents. Notes special instructions provided by parents. Ensures children/youth depart with an authorized person according to written parental instructions. Plans and conducts parent involvement activities to encourage parents to become involved. Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse or neglect and reports as directed. Sets up displays and bulletin boards. Arranges for/serves appropriate snacks/meals where applicable. Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damage, missing and depleted supplies. Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities. Collects, maintains and reports program participation data. Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with AF standards and metrics. Ensures assigned area achieves and maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent. Provides care/supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with AF local policies, guidance, and standards. Ensures compliance with policies and
regulations applicable to AF Child and Youth Programs. Acts as the manager in non- routine/emergency situations for purposes of opening/closing of facility. Performs other related duties as assigned.
If interested in this position please preview the online application:
https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12648529
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.
Required Documents
Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:
Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:
- Cover Letter
- DD-214/ Statement of Service
- Diploma/ GED
- Disability Letter (VA)
- License
- Other (1)
- Other (2)
- PCS Orders
- Professional Certification
- Proof of Marriage Status
- Resume
- Separation Notice (RIF)
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
- Transcript
As described above, your
complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/29/2024 to receive consideration.
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Next steps
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