Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant (Level 5) CY-02
Defense Logistics Agency
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Posted: January 2, 2026 (13 days ago)
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Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-01/02
Defense Logistics Agency
Department of Defense
Location
Columbus, Ohio
Salary
$18.65 - $22.23
per hour
Type
Closes
December 30, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves working as an assistant in a childcare program for children and youth at a Defense Logistics Agency facility in Columbus, Ohio, where you'll supervise kids, plan engaging activities to support their physical, social, emotional, and cognitive growth, and ensure a safe and positive environment.
It's ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, has basic education, and is reliable in maintaining safety and daily routines.
Entry-level positions require minimal experience, making it suitable for high school graduates interested in youth development.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or GED (minimum for entry level CY-01)
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
- Experience or qualifications for higher levels (Skill CY-01 or Target CY-02) may require college transcripts or certificates
- Skills in planning and conducting activities that address children's physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs
- Ability to maintain control of children and youth, ensuring their safety and whereabouts
- Capability to create and sustain a positive program environment promoting interactions
- Proficiency in preparing activity areas, maintaining materials, and completing daily reports and participation data
Full Job Description
This position is located at Defense Logistics Agency's Columbus, OH location with the Child and Youth Services Division.
Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee: (all CYS employees working a minimum of 15 hours per week) First Child: 100% childcare fee discount Second and Subsequent Child: 50% childcare fee discount Incentives and Bonuses: Please see Marketing Message Section for Incentive Information!
Incentives may be paid. Resumes must be two pages (or less).
Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities (KSAs) as they pertain to this position.
A qualified candidate must possess the following: For 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. Major Duties:
- 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.
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