CYP Child and Youth Program Assistant (Multi-level)

Quick Facts

• Role: CYP Child and Youth Program Assistant (multi-level)

• Focus: Support children and youth through safe, developmentally appropriate care and activities

Description

CYP Assistants work directly with children and youth to keep them engaged, well-cared for, and safe while participating in CYP. The role includes planning activities, providing direct care and supervision, supporting social and self-help skill development, and delivering nutrition and recreation appropriate to participant needs. You will also communicate with parents and staff and document developmental progress and concerns.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement schedules, activity plans, and special events based on observed needs

• Lead and facilitate planned and spontaneous activities; model appropriate behavior and safety practices

• Incorporate parent-provided instructions (e.g., dietary or physical needs) and support children/youth with special requirements

• Prepare and maintain indoor/outdoor activity areas and materials; set up displays and bulletin boards

• Inventory and secure supplies, equipment, and facilities

• Use approved child guidance and youth development techniques; promote positive peer and adult interactions

• Provide care, supervision, and accountability in compliance with DoD/NAF/local policies

• Supervise participants during daily activities, field trips, outings, and special events

• Ensure authorized departure per parental instructions

• Observe for signs of illness, abuse, or neglect and report as directed (mandatory reporter)

• Provide daily verbal or written feedback to parents; participate in parent/staff conferences

• Document developmental progression and/or concerns; support program evaluation using designated instruments and risk assessment tools (as required)

• Assist with compliance for DoD certification and national accreditation; report health, fire, and safety concerns

• Collect and report participation data; perform other assigned duties

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Complete required training certificates and maintain certifications/credentials used in DoD Child and Youth Programs

• Pass all applicable records and background checks

• Undergo pre-employment and random drug testing; comply with drug-free workplace rules (marijuana is illegal under federal law)

• Pass pre-employment physical; provide immunization evidence; be free of communicable diseases

• Obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases

• Provide proof of education if not provided at time of application; submit HS Diploma/GED or college transcripts when applying

• Meet level-specific qualifications (Entry/Intermediate/Target) including required experience and education/training

• Intermediate: 6 months experience with children/youth plus completion of Navy Entry Level training requirement (equivalents accepted)

• Target: 1 year experience with children/youth plus DoD standardized training OR valid CDA/MSA OR a relevant 2-year degree

Benefits

Benefits are provided (details available in the employer benefits section).