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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

Recent

Salary

$18.90 - $27.42

per hour

Closes

December 30, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves working as an assistant in a childcare program for children and youth on a military base, where you'll supervise kids, plan fun and educational activities, and ensure their safety and well-being.

It's ideal for someone who loves working with children, has basic education, and enjoys creating engaging environments for play and learning.

Entry-level positions require minimal experience, making it a great starting point for those passionate about youth development.

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED (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 physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth
  • Ability to maintain control, account for whereabouts, and ensure safety of program participants
  • Competence in establishing positive program environments and promoting interactions among children, youth, and adults
  • Proficiency in preparing activity areas, maintaining materials, and handling data/reporting for program participation

Full Job Description

This position is located at Tracy, California.

Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee: First Child: 100% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees working at least 15 hours per week) Second and Subsequent Child: 50% childcare fee discount (all CYS employees working at least 15 hours per week) Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not 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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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/2/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/2/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: C2SCNAFCY-26-12844996