Child and Youth Program Assistant CY

Job title: Child and Youth Program Assistant CY in USA at Federal government of the United States
Company: Federal government of the United States
Job description: SummaryPositions are available at the Child Development Center (6wks - 5yrs) or School-Age Center (6yrs - 12yrs).Providing full-day care for children 6 weeks through 5 years, operational hours are 0600 to 1800 Monday-Friday and care for grades K-5 before and after school and full day when school is not in session, operational hours are 0600-0900 / 1430-1800 and 0600-1800 on school out days and vacations.Please see "More About This Agency" section below for additional information on this position.Overview

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Open & closing dates05/15/2025 to 06/17/2025Salary$18.51 - $21.36 per hourRate of pay is determined based on the education and experience as identified in the qualifications for our 3 levels (Entry/Skill/Target).Pay scale & gradeCY 1LocationMany vacancies in the following location:Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WARemote jobNoTelework eligibleNoTravel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel to on and off-post locations for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanent - JBLM now offers a CYPA Retention Bonus of $1000 paid after 6 months of employment.Work scheduleMultiple Schedules - Please see additional information section for the various work schedules available.ServiceCompetitivePromotion potential2Job family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberC2SCNAFCY-25-12736777Control number837082100This job is open toClarification from the agencyU.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more continuous years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.VideosDuties

• Serves as a Child and Youth Program Assistant in a Child and Youth Services program and maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth.
• Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities that meet the physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs for program participants based on the group and individual children and youth.
• Establishes a program environment that sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth, and adults.
• Helps prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules and provides program options for children with special requirements.
• Maintains program participation data and complete daily report.

RequirementsConditions of Employment

• Must be at least 18 years old at time of appointment.
• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card are 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 (or transition ) 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.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) Check.
• 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.
• Individuals who have been trained will be required to administer medications prescribed by a physician to children/youth, perform CPR and first aid, and aid in providing 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.
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background checks in accordance with AR 215-3, para.2, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation is required.

QualificationsFor Entry Level (CY-01): * At a minimum, must have a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).

• Must be able to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.

For information on the qualification requirements for the higher paying levels such as Skill Level (CY-01) and Target Level (CY-02):
Refer to our Applicant Information Kit.Note to applicants: College transcripts or certificates may be required at the time of application for applicants who want to be considered for Skill or Target level.EducationAt minimum, a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required. Proof of education will be required if selected.All education documents must be in English or have a translated copy provided.In order to meet entry level requirement, a copy of your HS Diploma, HS Transcript (showing the completion date), GED certificate or proof of a college degree will be required. To meet the requirements beyond entry level a college transcript showing course work or certifications will be required to validate the higher graded qualifications.Additional information in regards to the education requirement can be found in the Applicant Information Kit.Additional informationJBLM now offers a CYPA Retention Bonus of $1,000 paid after 6 months of employment.Area of Consideration

• The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is for U.S. Citizens and Non-Citizens within the Local Commuting Area of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA. (Incoming military spouses set to report in the next 30 days and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) Preference eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)

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.

PCS Costs:

• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.

Pay-Band (NF or CY) Allowances and Differentials

• This is a pay-banded position.
• Sunday premium pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. If authorized, only regular (full-time, part-time, limited tenure and seasonal) employees may be paid Sunday premium pay. When authorized, Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday). Sunday premium will be paid at the rate of 25% of the basic rate for all hours of non-overtime, when any part of the scheduled tour of duty is performed on Sunday (to a maximum of 8 hours per Sunday).
• Night differential may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. When authorized, night differential will be paid at the rate of 10% basic rate for hours of non-overtime work performed between 1800-0600.

Incentives and Bonuses

• A $1000.00 retention incentive is authorized for selections made from this vacancy announcement. Eligibility for this incentive will be applicable to newly hired individuals and rehired individuals (i.e., one being reinstated or re-employed after a break in service of at least 1 year).
• **Selected applicants will be eligible for a 50% discount on CYS childcare for one child**
• As an added employee incentive, the Department of Defense (DoD) granted approval to extend temporary limited commissary privileges (excluding the purchase of tobacco or alcohol products) to CYS employees. This temporary approval expires 31 December 2025.

Other:

• Regular Full-Time, Regular Part-Time and Flex-10 positions are available.

• Regular Full-Time positions work 40 hours per week and are eligible for benefits.
• Regular Part-Time positions work a minimum of 20 hours per week and are eligible for benefits.
• Flex-10 positions work 10-40 hours per week.
• Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
• Operational hours are 0600 to 1800 Monday-Friday.
• 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

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• 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.
Expected salary: $18.51 - 21.36 per hour
Location: USA
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