Child and Youth Program Assistant Lead

7 days ago

Jacksonville, Florida, United States U.S. Marine Corps Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Child and Youth Program Assistant Lead to join our team at the U.S. Marine Corps. As a key member of our Child and Youth Programs team, you will be responsible for leading a team of program staff and ensuring the safe and effective operation of our childcare and youth programs.

Responsibilities
  • Serve as a Child and Youth Programs team leader for program staff with responsibility for the operation and program in accordance with applicable regulations.
  • Maintain control and accounts for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years.
  • Oversee arrival and departure, and supervise participants during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events.
  • Work within prescribed staff-to-participant ratio.
  • Plan, coordinate, and conduct activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children and youth.
  • Prepare and implement program options for participants with special needs.
  • Interact with participants using appropriate approved child guidance and youth development techniques.
  • Interact professionally with staff members, parents, and local installation command personnel.
  • Participate in conferences with parents, program staff, school representatives, and local installation command personnel.
  • Instruct team members in specific tasks and job techniques; make available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies.
  • Model appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children and youth.
  • Provide on-the-job training and instruction to team members.
  • Administer medications and basic care items to participants according to prescribed procedures and CYP medical directives.
  • Observe program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse, or neglect and report as directed.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
  • Be 18 years of age, possess a high school diploma or equivalent, have the ability to speak, read, and write English, follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Be able to lift and carry children and objects up to 45lbs independently and over 45lbs with assistance.
  • Activities may require incumbent to drive an automobile (to include driving a government vehicle while transporting children).
  • May be required to obtain a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) and/or a government driver's license.
  • Must possess 24 months working in a USMC or other military service childcare or youth program, completion of DoD approved competency training courses.
  • OR Two years of experience working in a childcare or youth program, plus possess and maintain one of the following directly related to the age group of the position to which assigned: Child Development Associate Credential, Military School Age Credential, or other nationally recognized Youth Development Credential.
  • OR Two years of experience working in a childcare or youth program, plus an associate's degree which includes a major course of study (24 semester hours) with content directly related to the age group to which assigned.
  • OR Two years of experience working in a childcare or youth program, plus a bachelor's degree which includes a major course or study (24 semester hours) with content as indicated above.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain TIER-1 Child Care (CNACI) background checks which are required for positions that involve working with children under 18 years of age.
  • Must pass a pre-employment physical and annual physicals thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease.
  • Must complete all DoD training requirements within the specified time including orientation, initial, DoD approved competency training courses, and annual ongoing training requirements, and required certifications, if any.
  • Must maintain current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid certifications.

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