Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant

4 weeks ago


Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States US Army Full time
Job Summary

This position is located at Fort Carson, Colorado. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and youth, and will be responsible for supervising and coordinating activities for program participants.

Responsibilities
  • Supervise and coordinate activities for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years.
  • Plan and implement program options for children and youth with special requirements.
  • Instruct team members in specific tasks and job techniques.
  • Ensure assigned area maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
  • Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.
  • Be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
  • Meet one of the following qualifications:
    • Possess and maintain a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, Military School Age Credential, Army Youth Practicum, or other nationally recognized Youth Development Credential.
    • Possess 24 months (2 years) working in a group childcare or youth program with completion of DoD approved competency training courses.
    • Possess two years of specialized experience working in a group program with children or youth plus an associate's degree or at least 60 semester hours with a major course of study.
    • Possess a bachelor's Degree or at least 120 semester hours with a major course of study.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience assisting with childcare or youth program national accreditation processes.
  • Experience participating in multi-disciplinary or higher-level child/youth program inspections.
  • Experience working with varying age groups (early childhood, school age, youth).
  • Experience leading or mentoring lower-level childcare/youth program staff.
Additional Information

This is a pay-banded position. Sunday premium pay may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. Night differential may be authorized by the Garrison Commander. Incentives will not be paid. Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.



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