Child and Youth Program Assistant (CDC) Air Force Nonappropriated Fund (AFNAF) Services Career Program 13 reviews - Buckley AFB, CO $12.70 - $15.55 an hour FOR ALL CHILD AND YOUTH POSITIONS: Serves as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more child programs. Accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Plans, coordinates and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years. Implements activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs of children. Assist children with special projects, homework and life skills. 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 skills. Prepares and implements program options for children with special requirements. Develops and implements schedules and plans. Demonstrates, instructs, leads and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities. Interacts with children using approved child guidance and youth development techniques. Interacts professionally with staff members, parents, supervisors and volunteers. Participates in conferences with parents and staff. Briefs other employees and parents. Supervises children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings and special events. Promotes and models safety, fitness, health, and nutrition practices. Cares for special needs children. Notifies supervisor of health, fire and safety compliance concerns. Helps arrange for/serve appropriate snacks/meals, where applicable. Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse or neglect and reports as directed. Notes special instructions provided by parents. Ensures children depart with an authorized person according to written parental instruction. Participates in program evaluation using designated instruments such as programmatic rating scales, risk assessment tools (as required), self-inspection materials and national accreditation tools. Assists in achieving and maintaining DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent. Provides care/supervision, oversight and accountability for program participants in compliance with local policies, guidance, and standards. Ensures compliance with policies and regulations application to AF Child and Youth Programs. 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. May be required to transport children in government vehicles. Performs other related duties as assigned. ENTRY LEVEL CY-01: QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma (or equivalent) and have the ability to speak, read, and write English. Must meet specific physical requirements, pass a physical examination and have required immunizations. Must be able to lift 40 lbs or more and stand for long periods of time. Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate and satisfactorily complete installation, state, and national criminal background checks. Little or no previous training or experience is required. Must satisfactorily complete mandatory training as specified below. Must possess maturity and good judgment and like working with children, youth and their parents. Employee must have a valid driver's license and have a good driving record if required to transport children. INTERMEDIATE LEVEL CY-01: QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma (or equivalent) and have the ability to speak, read and write English. Must meet specific physical requirements, pass a physical examination and have required immunizations. Must be able to lift 40 lbs or more and stand for long periods of time. Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate, and satisfactorily complete installation, state, and national criminal background checks. Must satisfactorily complete mandatory training as specified as below. Must possess maturity and good judgement and like working with children/youth and their parents. Employee must have a valid driver's license and have a good driving record if required to transport children. SPECIALIZED REQUIREMENT: Six months experience equivalent to the CY-01 level working in a group program for children or youth. Completion of 3 AF modules (or equivalent) and AF Orientation Training Program; or, 15 semester hours above the high school TARGET LEVEL CY-02: QUALIFICATIONS Must be at least 18 years of age, hold a high school diploma (or equivalent) and must speak, read and write English. Must meet specific physical requirements, pass a physical examination and have required immunizations. Must be able to lift 40 lbs or more and stand for long periods of time. Must be able to obtain a Food Handler's Certificate, and satisfactorily complete installation, state and national criminal background checks. Must satisfactorily complete mandatory training as specified below. Must possess maturity and good judgment and like working with children/youth and their parents. SPECIALIZED REQUIREMENT: Six months experience equivalent to the CY-01 Intermediate Level working in a group program for children or youth. Completion of the AF Modules; or, 30 semester hours above the high school level which included at least 15 semester hours in early childhood education, youth development, or related fields. TRAINING: Prior to working with children and youth, must successfully complete the AF orientation training program. Must complete First Aid and CPR (as applicable) within the first 6 months of employment. Must complete a minimum of three AF Modules, First Aid and CPR (as applicable) within the first 6 months of employment. Successfully complete a minimum of three modules every three months after fulfilling the initial 6 month period requirement; demonstrate competency in and complete all modules within 18 months of employment. Must complete 24 hours of annual training and retain current First Aid and CPR certification (as applicable). BENEFITS: All 460th Force Support Squadron NAF employees are eligible to use the fitness center, outdoor recreation and other selected base facilities. If selected to a position with REGULAR employment category, benefits include annual and sick leave, optional USAF Retirement and USAF 401(k) Savings Plans, optional health and life group insurances plans, dental coverage, guaranteed set of hours, and other benefits. Employees selected for FLEXIBLE positions receive no benefits. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: * Applicants must include/upload a copy of their high school diploma (or equivalent or above high school transcripts) to be considered for this position. If any part of education above high school is used to qualify above the CY-01 entry level position, education must be appropriately accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. * If you are claiming Military Spouse Preference (MSP) you are required to upload a copy of your active duty spouse's PCS orders. * If you are a veteran claiming veterans preference, you are required to upload your DD 214 Member 4 copy. Do not submit other copies of the DD214. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: * Successful completion of a Federal background investigation is required as a condition of employment * All Federal NAF Employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit. 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