CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL)

$18 - $20/Yr

Department of the Air Force - Luke Air Force Base, AZ

- Entry Level

Luke Air Force Base, AZ

National Security and International Affairs

About the position

This position is located at the Luke Youth Center. The position may require the incumbent to transport children in a government vehicle. Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position. Pay will be set based on experience and education and/or certification: Target Level: $20.46; Intermediate Level: $19.30; Entry Level: $18.21.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more child and youth programs.
• Accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth.
• Provide care/supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants.
• Assist in preparing age-appropriate activities.
• Supervise children and youth during indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and special events.
• Arrange and serve snacks/meals.
• Execute work in accordance with policies and regulations.
• Coordinate and conduct activities for children and/or youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years.
• Create an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions.
• Implement program options for children and youth with special requirements.
• Demonstrate, instruct, lead, and facilitate planned and spontaneous program activities.
• Brief staff, management, and parents on activities.
• Conduct inventory on equipment and supplies.

Requirements

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a driving record with no major violations.
• Must complete pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy.
• Must consent to pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Must complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations.
• Must complete assigned training, including Food Handlers certification, within specified time from date of hire.

Nice-to-haves

• 18 months working in any childcare or youth program.
• Completion of DoD approved competency-training courses.
• Possession of a child development associate credential or other nationally recognized youth development credential.
• An associate degree with a major course of study related to the age group assigned.

Benefits

• Child care fee discount for all CYP direct care staff for the first child enrolled in a full-time or regular part-time DAF CDP.
• A 25% discount for any additional children of direct care staff.