Child and Youth Program Assistant

Quick Facts

• Role: Child and Youth Program Assistant (multi-level; flexible schedule)

Description

Child and Youth Program Assistants support children and youth by helping them stay engaged, well-cared for, and safe during Child and Youth Program (CYP) activities. The role includes developing and implementing activity schedules, supervising participants indoors and outdoors (including outings), modeling safety and healthy practices, and documenting developmental progress and program information.

Responsibilities

• Develop schedules and activity plans; adapt activities to the observed needs of individual children and youth

• Implement planned and spontaneous program activities and special events meeting physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs

• Provide care for children and youth with special requirements and follow supervisor directions

• Prepare and maintain indoor/outdoor activity areas and materials; set up displays and manage/inventory supplies and equipment

• Establish a program environment that promotes positive interactions; use approved child guidance and youth development techniques

• Supervise participants for safety and accountability, including field trips/outings; ensure departure only with authorized persons

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

• Communicate professionally with parents and staff; provide daily verbal or written feedback; participate in conferences

• Observe, document developmental progression/concerns, and support program evaluation using designated tools

• Assist with DoD certification and national accreditation compliance and report health/fire/safety concerns

• Collect, maintain, and report program participation data and perform other assigned duties

Benefits

• Access to Morale, Welfare & Recreation programs (e.g., gyms/fitness centers, marinas, golf courses)

• Discounted tickets and travel options; Navy Exchange shopping privileges

• May be eligible for medical benefits after one year as a Flex employee (average ~30 hours/week)

• May be eligible for conversion to Full Time with benefits after one year as a Flex employee (average ~35 hours/week), contingent on position availability

• CYP employee discounts: 100% discount for the first child enrolled and 25% discount for each additional child (eligibility and application depend on enrollment type and hours worked)