Child And Youth Program Assistant

Description:

Duties

Serves as a mentor for assigned child and youth staff. Works with senior staff to provide instruction and training to lower level employees. Assists
trainer in helping lower level employees with completion of the modules and help translate professional development training into practice. Models
appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children and youth. Assists lower level employees in their efforts to receive a Child
Development Associate/Youth Development credential. Records observations and charts progress of team member's on-the-job skills and reports
findings to trainer. Frequently consults trainer on strategies to further assist team member's professional development efforts. Provides input to the
supervisor as requested concerning promotions, reassignments, performance appraisals, incentive awards, etc. Provides input to child and youth
training plan based on observed training needs. Works in ratio with children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years. Accountable for
the whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Oversees arrival/departure of children/youth. Supervises children and youth during daily
schedule o f indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings and special events. Plans, coordinates and conducts activities for program
participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth. Prepares and implements program options for children and youth with
special requirements. Encourages program options for children and youth with special requirements. Encourages participant interest and establishes
a program setting that promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth and adults. Recommends to trainer and program
leader changes and adjustments to activities and plans where necessary to meet unusual situations. Continually reviews activities and plans for
appropriateness. Works with trainer, supervisor and program leader 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 child guidance and youth development techniques. Interacts professionally with staff members, parents, supervisor, and
volunteers. Briefs other employees and parents. Notes special instructions provided by parents. Ensures children and youth (as applicable) depart
with an authorized person according to written parental instructions. Plans and conducts parent involvement activities to encourage parents to
become involved. Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse or neglect and reports as directed. Sets up displays and
bulletin boards. Arranges for/serves appropriate snacks/meals where applicable. Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends
replenishing damage, missing and depleted supplies. Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities. Collects, maintains and reports program
participation data. Uses designated 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, oversight, and
accountability for program participants in compliance with AF local policies, guidance, and standards. May be required to transport children in
government vehicles. Ensures compliance with policies and regulations applicable to AF Child and Youth Programs. Acts as the manager in nonroutine/
emergency situations for purposes of opening/closing of facility. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
• This position requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain current record of immunization.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination.
• This position requires pre-employment drug testing.