INTRODUCTION:
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 CY programs. This includes the provision of guidance, assistance, and mentoring for the CY Program Assistants.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The duties and responsibilities of the CYP Leader include mentoring, curriculum, indoor and outdoor environment, interactions and relationships, supervision of children and youth, parent and employee communication, assessment, compliance, and additional responsibilities as may be assigned. Works with senior employees to provide instruction and training to lower-level mentoring, guiding and role-modeling. Continually reviews activities and plans for appropriateness based on observed needs of individual children and youth. Works with T&C Specialist, supervisor, and the CYP Program Assistants to implement activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of children and youth. Incorporates special instructions provided by parents such as special dietary needs, physical needs, or other information that may affect the child or youth’s experience in the program. Works with team members to prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules. Interacts with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques. 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. Interacts professionally with employees, parents, and local installation command personnel. Participates in program evaluation using instruments such as programmatic rating scales, risk assessment tools (as required), self-inspection materials, and national accreditation tools. Ensures compliance with law, policies, and regulations applicable to DOD CY programs.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES:
In accordance with DODI 6060.2, must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent (a copy must be provided with application). The Military Child Act requires national accreditation of CY programs. Minimum education requirements are required by the accrediting body. Incumbent must have one of the following:
Completion of DON Standardized Module Training AND 12-Months experience at the CY-2 (GSE-04) Level (copy of Training/Certification Worksheet or Module Training Certificate must be provided with application).
OR
A Current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Military School-Age (MSA) credential AND 1 year at the CY Program Assistant/Base Level 4 where incumbent displayed knowledge of and competency in developmentally appropriate programming for child and youth (copy of current CDA or MSA must be provided with application).
OR
A minimum of a 2-yr degree in Youth Development, Child Development or a related field, which can include Recreation, Youth Recreation, Physical Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Social Work, Home Economics with an emphasis in Human Development, or other degrees as appropriate (copy of college transcripts must be provided with application).
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Position is subject to special inoculation and immunization requirements as a condition of employment for working with children. Employee is required to obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases in accordance with recommendations from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which includes the influenza vaccine.
Test Designated Position: In accordance with the Department of the Navy Test Designated Position listing issued 7 October 2003 this position is subject to both pre-employment and random drug testing as a condition of employment. A positive drug test, or failure to submit for testing, may become the basis for removal from this position.
Must obtain and maintain a food handlers’ card. Must possess a valid state driver’s license AND obtain appropriate credentials as required. Must pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease. Satisfactorily complete all background checks in accordance with PL 101-647. Must satisfactorily obtain or complete required training certificates and maintain certifications or credentials required by federal, state or National Accreditation institutions utilized as part of DOD’s Child and Youth Programs.
NOTE: Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable). Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. We utilize E-Verify to confirm selectee’s eligibility to work in the United States. Salary is dependent on experience and/or education. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 60 days of closing date. For positions requiring travel more than twice per year, selectee will be required to obtain and maintain in good standing a Government-issued Travel Card for official government travel purposes.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: All resumes will be reviewed to determine if they meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and will be rated based on the information provided in the resume to determine the level of knowledge, skill, and ability, related to the job requirements. Using the qualifications of the position, a predetermined rating criterion of knowledge, skills and abilities will be used for each resume. Best qualified applicants will be referred to the hiring manager. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews.
The Department of the Navy is an Equal Opportunity Employer where employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or any other non-merit factor. Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, contact the NAF HR Office. The decision on granting reasonable accommodations will be on a case by case basis.
BENEFITS: Comprehensive benefits package available (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan, annual and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, etc.). You can review our benefits at: https://www.navymwr.org/resources/hr
HOW TO APPLY: Send resume and supporting documentation via email to: FTWO.MWRJobApplications@navy.mil and reference your last name, first name, the vacancy announcement number and position title in the subject line of the email. Failure to provide vacancy announcement number may result in non-consideration. Resumes received other than by email will be destroyed and will not be considered. Any documents received other than required documents will not be considered. Please visit our webpage at https://www.navymwr.org/jobs to find a sample resume format. It is the applicant’s responsibility to verify all the information in their resume and documents; HR will not modify documents submitted by an applicant. All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in the resume.
Where a first cut-off date is indicated, a selection may be made from the resumes/applications received as of the specified first cut-off date. Completed applications (resume, supporting documentation, etc.) must be received by 11:59pm Eastern Time on the cut-off/closing date. If more than one resume is received, only the last resume received will be reviewed.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
Application (OF 612) or Resume (OF 612 can be found here)
Cover Letter (Optional)
If applying with Military Spouse Preference:
MSP Form (can be found here)
Sponsor’s PCS orders
Marriage License: Application (OF 612) to: (OF 612 can be found here)
If applying with Veteran's Preference:
Vet Preference Form (can be found here)
Please submit to:
NAF Civilian Personnel Office
1510 Chennault Ave
Fort Worth, TX 76127
COMM: 817-782-7787 DSN: 739-7787
FAX: 817-782-7568
E-MAIL: FTWO.MWRJobApplications@navy.mil
WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: All applicants will be notified regarding their status by email. Applicants will either be contacted for an interview or sent an email of non-selection 3-6 weeks after the announcement closing date. Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., spam-blocker), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.
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