County Caseworker 1 (Local Government) - Indiana County Children & Youth
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-01/02
Defense Logistics Agency
Department of Defense
Location
Pennsylvania
Salary
$18.52 - $25.69
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 military logistics site in Pennsylvania, where you'll supervise kids, plan fun and educational activities, and ensure their safety and well-being.
It's ideal for someone who enjoys working with children, has basic education, and is patient and organized in creating positive group environments.
Entry-level roles require just a high school diploma, making it a great starting point for those passionate about 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 ability to maintain safety and accountability for children and youth
- Skills in planning and conducting activities that address physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs
- Capability to create positive program environments and promote interactions among participants
- Proficiency in preparing and maintaining activity areas, including for children with special requirements
- Ability to track program data and complete daily reports
Full Job Description
This position is located at Defense Logistics Agency's New Cumberland, PA location with the Child and Youth Services Division.
Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee: (all CYS employees working at least 15 hours per week) First Child: 100% childcare fee discount Second and Subsequent Child: 50% childcare fee discount Subsequent Children: 15% childcare fee discount 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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