child & youth program assistant (sac), cy-01/02/rpt, all camps - Camp Foster, 日本 - Department Of The Navy

説明

Summary

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

Duties

GSE-03 INTERMEDIATE LEVEL (CY-1):

Serves as a Child and Youth (CY) Program Assistant in one or more Child and Youth Programs (CYP). Performs major target-level duties and responsibilities working under the close supervision of a supervisor or other qualified higher-graded employee who makes assignments of specific basic tasks, provides detailed initial instructions, and is available for guidance and advice on all aspects of work to be accomplished.

Maintains control and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years. Assists in planning, coordinating, and conducting activities for program participants, including group and individual child activities. Implements developmentally appropriate curriculum and practices under immediate supervision to provide direct care, education, and development for children and youth. Establishes a program environment that sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth, and adults. Helps prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules. Assists participants with special projects and homework. Participates in conferences with parents and staff. Reviews and implements daily schedules and activity plans to ensure age and developmental appropriateness. Sets up displays and bulletin boards. Interacts with participants using appropriate approved guidance and development techniques. Interacts professionally with staff members, parents, and local installation command personnel.

Supervises participants during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and special events. Promotes and models safety, fitness, health, and nutrition practices. Prepares and implements program options to care for participants with special needs as directed by the supervisor. Notifies supervisor of health, fire, and safety compliance concerns. Helps arrange for and serve appropriate snacks or meals where applicable.
Administers medications and basic care items to participants according to prescribed procedures and CYP medical directives. Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse, or neglect and reports as directed. Notes special instructions provided by parents. Ensures participants depart with authorized person according to written parental instructions.

Participates in program evaluation using designated instruments such as programmatic rating scales, risk assessment tools (as required), self-inspection materials, and national accreditation tools. Assists in achieving and maintaining Department of Defense (DoD) certification and national accreditation or equivalent. Provides care and supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with local policies, guidance, and standards.

Completes training requirements using approved Office of Secretary of Defense and Service materials to include DoD approved competency training courses. Ensures compliance with law, policies, and regulations applicable to DoD CYPs. 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.

May work a fluctuating work schedule to complete work assignments outside of the typical work hours. Performs other related duties as assigned.