Child and Youth Program Assistant (Entry Level 2) CY-01/02
United States Army Installation Management Command
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Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-01/02
United States Army Installation Management Command
Department of the Army
Location
Fort Hamilton, New York
Salary
$18.51 - $23.37
per hour
Type
Closes
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves working as an assistant in a child and youth program at a military base, where you'll supervise kids, plan fun and educational activities, and ensure their safety and well-being throughout the day.
It's ideal for someone who loves working with children, has patience and creativity, and wants a role in a supportive community environment with perks like childcare discounts.
Entry-level positions require just a high school diploma, making it accessible for beginners 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 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 safety, accountability, and positive interactions in a program environment
- Capability to prepare and maintain indoor/outdoor activity areas and materials, including for children with special requirements
- Proficiency in maintaining program data and completing daily reports
Full Job Description
This position is located at Fort Hamilton, NY. MWR CYS Employee Childcare Fee Discounts Available to MWR CYS Regular and FLEX (working a minimum of 15 hours per week).
First Child: 100% childcare fee discount Second Child: 25% childcare fee discount 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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