Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR)
CYP Child and Youth Programs Leader
Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR), San Diego, California, United States, 92189
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Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Summary The purpose of the Child and Youth Program (CYP) Leader is to provide appropriate specialized developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in one or more Child and Youth programs. This includes the provision of guidance, assistance, and mentoring for the Child and Youth Program Assistants. Duties The Child and Youth Program (CYP) Leader provides direct care and instruction to children and youth (6 weeks to 18 years) in addition to guidance, assistance, and mentoring for CY Program Assistants. Routine day-to-day assignments are normally performed independently with technical assistance available from supervisor when required. The duties and responsibilities have been grouped into categories, including: Mentor : Mentors assigned CY Program Assistant team. Works with senior employees to provide instruction and training to lower-level employees. Curriculum : Plans activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth. Indoor and Outdoor Environment : Works with team members to prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules. Interactions and Relationships : Encourages participant interest and establishes a program setting that promotes positive interactions with other children, youth, and adults. Supervision of Children and Youth : Provides care and supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with the Department of Defense (DoD), NAF Component, and local installation command policies, guidance, and standards. Parent and Employee Communication : Interacts professionally with employees, parents, and local installation command personnel. Assessment : Observes children and youth and documents developmental progression and/or concerns and uses the information in planning. Compliance : Ensures assigned area achieves and maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent. Additional Responsibilities : Collects, maintains, and reports program participation data. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements Must be 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Complete required training certificates, and maintain certifications or credentials required by Federal, State, and/or national accreditation institutions used as part of DoD's Child and Youth Programs. Undergo pre-employment and random drug testing. Pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of all communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases. Employment contingent upon proof of education if not provided at time of application. Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation. Qualifications Knowledge of developmentally appropriate programs designed to meet the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs of children and youth from 6 weeks to 18 years of age. Knowledge of child and youth development principles, practices, and techniques. Skills to apply Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect. Skill in understanding interests and motivation of individuals and groups in a CYP environment. Skill in program planning, organizing, and employee scheduling. Skills to provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to CY Program Assistants. Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations. Ability to train employees on variety of issues to include recognition and identification of childhood illnesses and child abuse, etc. Ability to develop curriculum outlines and lesson plans/guides. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing and possess strong interpersonal skills. One (1) year of experience at the CY-02 (GSE-04) level or equivalent displaying knowledge of and competency in developmentally appropriate programming for children and youth.
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CYP Child and Youth Programs Leader
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Navy Region Southwest Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) Summary The purpose of the Child and Youth Program (CYP) Leader is to provide appropriate specialized developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in one or more Child and Youth programs. This includes the provision of guidance, assistance, and mentoring for the Child and Youth Program Assistants. Duties The Child and Youth Program (CYP) Leader provides direct care and instruction to children and youth (6 weeks to 18 years) in addition to guidance, assistance, and mentoring for CY Program Assistants. Routine day-to-day assignments are normally performed independently with technical assistance available from supervisor when required. The duties and responsibilities have been grouped into categories, including: Mentor : Mentors assigned CY Program Assistant team. Works with senior employees to provide instruction and training to lower-level employees. Curriculum : Plans activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth. Indoor and Outdoor Environment : Works with team members to prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules. Interactions and Relationships : Encourages participant interest and establishes a program setting that promotes positive interactions with other children, youth, and adults. Supervision of Children and Youth : Provides care and supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with the Department of Defense (DoD), NAF Component, and local installation command policies, guidance, and standards. Parent and Employee Communication : Interacts professionally with employees, parents, and local installation command personnel. Assessment : Observes children and youth and documents developmental progression and/or concerns and uses the information in planning. Compliance : Ensures assigned area achieves and maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent. Additional Responsibilities : Collects, maintains, and reports program participation data. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements Must be 18 years of age or older and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Complete required training certificates, and maintain certifications or credentials required by Federal, State, and/or national accreditation institutions used as part of DoD's Child and Youth Programs. Undergo pre-employment and random drug testing. Pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of all communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases. Employment contingent upon proof of education if not provided at time of application. Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation. Qualifications Knowledge of developmentally appropriate programs designed to meet the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs of children and youth from 6 weeks to 18 years of age. Knowledge of child and youth development principles, practices, and techniques. Skills to apply Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect. Skill in understanding interests and motivation of individuals and groups in a CYP environment. Skill in program planning, organizing, and employee scheduling. Skills to provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to CY Program Assistants. Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations. Ability to train employees on variety of issues to include recognition and identification of childhood illnesses and child abuse, etc. Ability to develop curriculum outlines and lesson plans/guides. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing and possess strong interpersonal skills. One (1) year of experience at the CY-02 (GSE-04) level or equivalent displaying knowledge of and competency in developmentally appropriate programming for children and youth.
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