Child and Youth Program Assistant

7 days ago

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States Air Force Materiel Command Full time
Job Summary

This position is located at the Tinker Child Development Center or Youth Center based on hiring needs. The position may require the incumbent to transport children in a government vehicle, therefore a valid state driver's license must be obtained and maintained; a good driving record may be required as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities
  • Serve as team leader for program staff with responsibility for the operation and program in accordance with applicable regulation 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 participant 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 children/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 child 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 (as applicable) depart with an authorized person according to written parental instruction.
  • Provides opportunities for parental involvement.
  • Instructs team members in specific tasks and job techniques; makes available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies.
  • Explains program guidance, procedures, polices 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 instruction 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, makes activity assignments and gets work started 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 a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damaged, 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 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 purposes of opening/closing of facility.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Please contact local NAF HR Office for additional information.

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