U.S Air Force
Child and Youth Program Assistant (Leader Level) MVO
U.S Air Force, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78208
Overview
This position will be assigned to the JBSA Fort Sam Houston Youth Program located in San Antonio, TX. This is a Regular Full-Time category position with guaranteed 40 hrs. per week. Employees appointed to a Regular category position are eligible for benefits. Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position (see Additional Information). Responsibilities
Serves as a team leader for program staff with responsibility for the operation and program in accordance with applicable regulations in one or more child and youth programs. Accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Oversees arrival/departure of children/youth. Supervises children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and special events. Works in ratio with children and youth. Encourages participants’ interest and establishes a program setting that promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth, and adults. Monitors staff/child or youth ratios to ensure adequate staffing. Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual child/youth. Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Works with trainer and supervisor to implement activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth. Works with team members to prepare, arrange and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedule. Assists children and youth with special projects, homework, and life skills. Interacts with children and youth using approved guidance and youth development techniques. Interacts professionally with staff members, parents, supervisors, and volunteers. Participates in conferences with parents, program staff, and other representatives (as applicable). Briefs other employees and parents; notes special instructions provided by parents; ensures children and youth depart with an authorized person according to written parental instructions. Provides opportunities for parental involvement. Instructs team members in specific task and job techniques; makes available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies. Explains program guidance, procedures, policies, and directives to team members. Resolves problems and conflict situations or obtains information and guidance from supervisor. Demonstrates proper work methods and provides work-related guidance to subordinates; models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children/youth. Conducts on-the-job training and instructions for team members. Ensures team members follow safety, fire, fitness, health, and nutrition procedures and informs supervisor of compliance concerns. Relays instructions from the supervisor, assigns activities and initiates work in accordance with the daily activity plan. Provides input to the supervisor as requested concerning promotions, reassignments, performance appraisals, incentive awards, etc. Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse or neglect and reports as directed. Arranges for/serves appropriate snacks/meals where applicable. Inventories equipment on recurring basis and recommends replenishing damaged, missing, and depleted supplies. Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities. Collects, maintains, and reports program participation data. Uses designed evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with AF standards and metrics. Ensures assigned area achieves and maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent. Provides care/supervision to children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years; oversees and accounts for program participants in compliance with AF and local policies, guidance, and standards. Ensures compliance with policies and regulations applicable to AF Child and Youth Programs. Acts as manager in non-routine/emergency situations for the purpose of opening/closing of the facility. Requirements
This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation. This position has a physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations including annual influenza vaccinations and to be free of all communicable diseases. This position requires the incumbent to complete assigned training, including Food Handlers certification, within a specified time from date of hire or assignment to position. This position requires the incumbent to be a U.S. Citizen or a Legal U.S. Resident for a minimum of 3 years and to reside in/around the area as noted in the Job Opportunity Announcement. This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent of this position will be subject to and must consent to pre-employment and random drug testing. Must have a valid driver's license and have a good driving record. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application.
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This position will be assigned to the JBSA Fort Sam Houston Youth Program located in San Antonio, TX. This is a Regular Full-Time category position with guaranteed 40 hrs. per week. Employees appointed to a Regular category position are eligible for benefits. Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position (see Additional Information). Responsibilities
Serves as a team leader for program staff with responsibility for the operation and program in accordance with applicable regulations in one or more child and youth programs. Accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Oversees arrival/departure of children/youth. Supervises children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and special events. Works in ratio with children and youth. Encourages participants’ interest and establishes a program setting that promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth, and adults. Monitors staff/child or youth ratios to ensure adequate staffing. Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual child/youth. Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Works with trainer and supervisor to implement activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth. Works with team members to prepare, arrange and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedule. Assists children and youth with special projects, homework, and life skills. Interacts with children and youth using approved guidance and youth development techniques. Interacts professionally with staff members, parents, supervisors, and volunteers. Participates in conferences with parents, program staff, and other representatives (as applicable). Briefs other employees and parents; notes special instructions provided by parents; ensures children and youth depart with an authorized person according to written parental instructions. Provides opportunities for parental involvement. Instructs team members in specific task and job techniques; makes available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies. Explains program guidance, procedures, policies, and directives to team members. Resolves problems and conflict situations or obtains information and guidance from supervisor. Demonstrates proper work methods and provides work-related guidance to subordinates; models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children/youth. Conducts on-the-job training and instructions for team members. Ensures team members follow safety, fire, fitness, health, and nutrition procedures and informs supervisor of compliance concerns. Relays instructions from the supervisor, assigns activities and initiates work in accordance with the daily activity plan. Provides input to the supervisor as requested concerning promotions, reassignments, performance appraisals, incentive awards, etc. Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse or neglect and reports as directed. Arranges for/serves appropriate snacks/meals where applicable. Inventories equipment on recurring basis and recommends replenishing damaged, missing, and depleted supplies. Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities. Collects, maintains, and reports program participation data. Uses designed evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with AF standards and metrics. Ensures assigned area achieves and maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent. Provides care/supervision to children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years; oversees and accounts for program participants in compliance with AF and local policies, guidance, and standards. Ensures compliance with policies and regulations applicable to AF Child and Youth Programs. Acts as manager in non-routine/emergency situations for the purpose of opening/closing of the facility. Requirements
This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation. This position has a physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. This position requires the incumbent to be able to obtain, maintain, and provide evidence of current immunizations including annual influenza vaccinations and to be free of all communicable diseases. This position requires the incumbent to complete assigned training, including Food Handlers certification, within a specified time from date of hire or assignment to position. This position requires the incumbent to be a U.S. Citizen or a Legal U.S. Resident for a minimum of 3 years and to reside in/around the area as noted in the Job Opportunity Announcement. This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP). The incumbent of this position will be subject to and must consent to pre-employment and random drug testing. Must have a valid driver's license and have a good driving record. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application.
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