Child and Youth Program Teen Coordinator Job in Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan

Summary

This job is open to

• The public

  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

• Military spouses

  Military spouses relocating under PCS orders or whose spouse is 100% disabled or died while on active duty.

• Family of overseas employees

  Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas.

Duties

• Assists with the development and supervision of a developmentally appropriate teen program that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth of children and youth in the age categories served.
• Establishes activities that foster development through both educational and recreational program activities.
• Develops daily activity plans for the youth and teens (ages 13-18) to include structured activities such as art, social games, music, drama, technology, and special projects.
• Develops and offers programs related to the core program areas presented in the OPNAV and implements programs required by the Department of Navy (DoN) such as Boys and Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) or 4-H required programs.
• Develops, organizes and conducts special interest activities such as special events, dances and trips that may include parents and other family members.
• Develops a plan for and implements CYP fitness and sports activities based on the expressed and observed needs and interests of dependent children and youth of DoD military personnel living on and off the installation.
• Programs may be implemented at the Youth Program on base or coordinated with area programs that offer these programs.
• Recruits and conducts training seminars for coaches and officials as needed.
• Develops and submits a monthly calendar of all teen, fitness and sports activities and events for approval by the Youth Director.
• Involves youth and teens in the planning process to ensure the activities offered meet the social and recreational needs and interests of the age groups served.
• Collaborates with other military installations in planning developmentally appropriate regional teen activities, as applicable.
• Assists in establishing a system that ensures achievements of youth are recognized formally and informally.
• Provides information to patrons about programs, policies, procedures, and fees.
• Maintains appropriate records and reports of participation, payments, and permission slips.
• Ensures space is available and adequate to meet all programming needs and is
• reflective of and inviting to youth and teens.
• Prepares the facility or outdoor space for scheduled activities and ensures all safety requirements are met prior to use of the area.
• Secures the necessary supplies and equipment to support the programs and activities offered.
• Maintains control of indoor and outdoor equipment.
• Ensures that all equipment and supplies are stored properly.
• Inventories supplies and equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing those that are damaged, missing, or depleted.
• Reports any unsafe equipment and/or environmental discrepancy to supervisor.
• Ensures activities promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth of youth and teens.
• Assists in the development of a youth sponsorship program to identify and integrate dependent youth of DoD military personnel who are new to the installation to include outreach, newcomer orientation, and peer-to-peer opportunities.
• Assists children and youth transferring into the area to locate the resources they need either on-base or through local resources.
• Initiates and implements personnel actions and supports the YF Coordinator in order to assure quality related to selection, assignments, training, promotions, disciplinary actions, and recognition of employees and volunteers.
• Supports and carries out all established EEO objectives and policies in matters of personnel management and communicates support of these policies.
• Establishes local performance standards for employees and volunteers using established standards and requirements and rates employees' performance.
• Resolves complaints related to personnel and makes recommendations to the Director for corrective action as necessary.
• Develops staffing schedule and submits for approval.
• Works collaboratively with CYP Training Specialist(s) to identify training needs of employees, makes provisions for training to accomplish those needs, and assesses application of training.
• Encourages and facilitates the pursuit of continuing higher education, including the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, Military School-Age (MSA) credential or college level classes.
• Ensures compliance with all fire, safety and security rules and regulations.
• Ensures compliance with law, policies, and regulations applicable to DoD CY programs.
• In the absence of the Youth Director, may assume responsibilities and perform duties and requirements of the position under supervision of CYP Director.
• Serves as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidents of child abuse and neglect.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• The incumbent is required to do considerable walking, standing, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Activities may require incumbent to drive an automobile (to include driving a government vehicle while transporting children to and from activities).
• The incumbent will be required to participate in field trips with a wide variety of activities such as trips to amusement parks, hiking, and canoeing.
• Position is subject to special inoculation and immunization requirements as a condition of employment for working with children.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease.
• Must satisfactorily complete all background checks in accordance with PL 101-647 to include National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI).

How You Will Be Evaluated

Required Documents

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 08/01/2025 to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12754109

It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

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DON is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to usn.ncr.cnicwashingtondc.mbx.naf-usastaffing@us.navy.mil. to ensure proper consideration is given.

Next steps

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