Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-02
$ 22 - $ 24 / month
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- Supervises children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events.
- Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth. Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements.
- Instructs team members in specific tasks and job techniques; makes available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies. Explains program guidance, procedures, policies, and directives to team members.
- Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with, Dept of Defense (DoD), and local installation standards. Ensures assigned area maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent.
- Completes training requirements using approved service materials to include designated training modules. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
- Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
- Meet qualification/eligibility/physical/background requirements for this position.
- Must have current health assessment which documents good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations in accordance with current Army and DoD policy including annual influenza vaccinations.
- A one year probationary period may be required (either initially or upon conversion, if applicable).
- Successful completion of annual training requirements within the prescribed time frame and demonstrated on the job competence is required.
- May be subject to an irregular hours, evening and or weekends.
- For positions in Child Development Centers, possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs., walk, bend, stoop, and stand on a routine basis.
- Incumbent is legally required to report all suspected incidents of child abuse/neglect.
- Individual who have been trained will be required to administer routine and rescue medications prescribed by a physician to children/youth, perform CPR and first aid, and provide a reasonable accommodation to children/youth with a special need.
- Travel to on and off post locations may be required.
- Duties involve working both indoors and outdoors.
- Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) Check.
- Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks in accordance with AR 215-3, 2-15m., and a Childcare Tier 1 background investigation is required.
Qualifications
All Candidates must:
- Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.
- Be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
In addition, candidates must meet one of the following:
- Possess and maintain one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Military School Age Credential, Army Youth Practicum or other nationally recognized Youth Development Credential.
- Two years of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth plus an associate's degree or at least 60 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, for example: Child Development Centers: Early Childhood Education/Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education. General psychology/sociology coursework is not qualifying.
- A bachelor's Degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content as indicated above.
- Possess 24 months (2 years) working in a group childcare or youth program with completion of DoD approved competency training courses, evidenced by Service-issued documentation.
Applicants that possess at least one of the following will be considered highly preferred and may be sent first for consideration.
1. Experience assisting with childcare or youth program national accreditation processes.
2. Experience participating in multi-disciplinary or higher-level child/youth program inspections.
3. Experience working with varying age groups (early childhood, school age, youth).
4. Experience leading or mentoring lower level childcare/youth program staff.
Education
Proof of education is required at the time of application. Note: Education must be directly related to the position to be filled. General Education courses do not count toward the credit total.
If qualifying via DoD approved competency training courses, you must supply one of the following:
- A completed IDP signed by both the employee and the supervisor/training specialist
- A signed Foundation (or equivalent) certificate
- A memorandum stating completion of Foundation training from a supervisor or CYS Training Specialist that contains their full name, title, and full contact information (email and/or phone number)
Please see the Applicant information kit for additional information on education.
Additional information
The original close date of 4/17/25 has been extended. Referrals may be sent upon request.
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- Sign on bonus for this position: $1000.00 initial sign on.
- Sign on Bonuses Require the incumbent to complete their training.
- Once employed for 30 days, sign on bonuses are paid.
- Retention Bonus: $1500.00
- Incumbent must be employed for 12 months.
- Retention bonuses are paid in quarterly increments following 12-month employment period.
- Requires successful completion of Virtual Lab School (VLS) training track (15 modules).
- Referral Bonus: $250 for existing employee that refers selectee - available to all employees once on board (up to $1000 annually).
- Reduced Childcare: FREE for first child, 50% discount for the second, and 15% for the third child and beyond.
- Paid Parental Leave
- Great benefits package - health insurance, sick and vacation time, 401K, and more!
- On-the-job training and Child Development Associate (CDA) credential paid for once training requirements are met and competency is observed.
- Tuition Assistance Available for continuing education.
- Free access to Fitness Center
- free personal training sessions
- group fitness classes
- participate in intermural sports leagues
- Access to 9 hole Eagle Eye Golf Course
- Information, Tickets & Registration (ITR) Office - purchase discounted tickets to local, state and nationwide events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums, etc.
- *World-Wide Access to Family and Morale, Welfare, and Recreation facilities and programs
Area of Consideration
The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is within the local commuting area of Columbus, OH. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) Preference eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
Proof of education is required at the time of application.
Manual Application
- If you would like to apply manually, please contact the servicing NAF Human Resources (HRO) listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00 pm CST on the closing date of this announcement in order to process your application in a timely manner.
- Allowances, differentials, or incentives will not be paid.
- Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
- This is a Regular Full Time position with a 40 hour minimum workweek and eligible for benefits.
- Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
- Please check out our Applicant Information Kit to view additional information you may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view the kit,
- For more information on working with Child and Youth Services, please go
- Benefits
Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.
Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance. For additional details regarding these benefits, please click the link below.
Conditions of Employment
- Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
- Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
- Meet qualification/eligibility/physical/background requirements for this position.
- Must have current health assessment which documents good mental and physical health, freedom from communicable disease, and immunizations in accordance with current Army and DoD policy including annual influenza vaccinations.
- A one year probationary period may be required (either initially or upon conversion, if applicable).
- Successful completion of annual training requirements within the prescribed time frame and demonstrated on the job competence is required.
- May be subject to an irregular hours, evening and or weekends.
- For positions in Child Development Centers, possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs., walk, bend, stoop, and stand on a routine basis.
- Incumbent is legally required to report all suspected incidents of child abuse/neglect.
- Individual who have been trained will be required to administer routine and rescue medications prescribed by a physician to children/youth, perform CPR and first aid, and provide a reasonable accommodation to children/youth with a special need.
- Travel to on and off post locations may be required.
- Duties involve working both indoors and outdoors.
- Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) Check.
- Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks in accordance with AR 215-3, 2-15m., and a Childcare Tier 1 background investigation is required.
Qualifications
All Candidates must:
- Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.
- Be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
In addition, candidates must meet one of the following:
- Possess and maintain one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Military School Age Credential, Army Youth Practicum or other nationally recognized Youth Development Credential.
- Two years of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth plus an associate's degree or at least 60 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned, for example: Child Development Centers: Early Childhood Education/Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education. General psychology/sociology coursework is not qualifying.
- A bachelor's Degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content as indicated above.
- Possess 24 months (2 years) working in a group childcare or youth program with completion of DoD approved competency training courses, evidenced by Service-issued documentation.
Applicants that possess at least one of the following will be considered highly preferred and may be sent first for consideration.
1. Experience assisting with childcare or youth program national accreditation processes.
2. Experience participating in multi-disciplinary or higher-level child/youth program inspections.
3. Experience working with varying age groups (early childhood, school age, youth).
4. Experience leading or mentoring lower level childcare/youth program staff.
Education
Proof of education is required at the time of application. Note: Education must be directly related to the position to be filled. General Education courses do not count toward the credit total.
If qualifying via DoD approved competency training courses, you must supply one of the following:
- A completed IDP signed by both the employee and the supervisor/training specialist
- A signed Foundation (or equivalent) certificate
- A memorandum stating completion of Foundation training from a supervisor or CYS Training Specialist that contains their full name, title, and full contact information (email and/or phone number)
Please see the Applicant information kit for additional information on education.
Additional information
The original close date of 4/17/25 has been extended. Referrals may be sent upon request.
Launch Your Rewarding Career with DLA CYP!
- Sign on bonus for this position: $1000.00 initial sign on.
- Sign on Bonuses Require the incumbent to complete their training.
- Once employed for 30 days, sign on bonuses are paid.
- Retention Bonus: $1500.00
- Incumbent must be employed for 12 months.
- Retention bonuses are paid in quarterly increments following 12-month employment period.
- Requires successful completion of Virtual Lab School (VLS) training track (15 modules).
- Referral Bonus: $250 for existing employee that refers selectee - available to all employees once on board (up to $1000 annually).
- Reduced Childcare: FREE for first child, 50% discount for the second, and 15% for the third child and beyond.
- Paid Parental Leave
- Great benefits package - health insurance, sick and vacation time, 401K, and more!
- On-the-job training and Child Development Associate (CDA) credential paid for once training requirements are met and competency is observed.
- Tuition Assistance Available for continuing education.
- Free access to Fitness Center
- free personal training sessions
- group fitness classes
- participate in intermural sports leagues
- Access to 9 hole Eagle Eye Golf Course
- Information, Tickets & Registration (ITR) Office - purchase discounted tickets to local, state and nationwide events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums, etc.
- *World-Wide Access to Family and Morale, Welfare, and Recreation facilities and programs
Area of Consideration
The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is within the local commuting area of Columbus, OH. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) Preference eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
Proof of education is required at the time of application.
Manual Application
- If you would like to apply manually, please contact the servicing NAF Human Resources (HRO) listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00 pm CST on the closing date of this announcement in order to process your application in a timely manner.
- Allowances, differentials, or incentives will not be paid.
- Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
- This is a Regular Full Time position with a 40 hour minimum workweek and eligible for benefits.
- Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
- Please check out our Applicant Information Kit to view additional information you may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view the kit,
- For more information on working with Child and Youth Services, please go