Child and Youth Program Assistant

CYP Assistants Multi-Level CYP Assistants work directly with children and youth, keeping them actively engaged, well-cared for, and safe while participating in the CYP. The CYP Assistant's day includes helping children develop social skills such as making friends and conflict resolution; make healthy choices whether it be choosing nutritional snacks or appropriate recreational activities; build self-help and school readiness skills; and explore the environment around them. Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs. A qualified candidate possesses the following: Entry Level (CY-1702-01) Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. Entry Level (CY-1702-01) Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Entry Level (CY-1702-01) Ability to complete all Department of the Navy (DoN) training requirements within the specified timeframe. Entry Level (CY-1702-01) Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with children, youth, and coworkers. Entry Level (CY-1702-01) Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team. Intermediate Level (CY-1702-01) Knowledge of basic child and youth development principles to meet the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development needs of children and youth. Intermediate Level (CY-1702-01) Ability to implement developmentally appropriate principles and practices to provide high-quality direct care and education and development. Intermediate Level (CY-1702-01) Ability to interpret a curriculum or activity plan. Intermediate Level (CY-1702-01) Ability to follow written instructions. Intermediate Level (CY-1702-01) Ability to plan and organize, and work cooperatively as a member of a team. Intermediate Level (CY-1702-01) Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with children, youth, and coworkers. Intermediate Level (CY-1702-01) Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team. Six (6) months of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting. Target Level (CY-1702-02) Knowledge of child and youth development principles in order to appropriately inform the efficient and effective program response to meet the needs of children and youth. Target Level (CY-1702-02) Skill to implement developmentally appropriate child and youth development principles, practices, and services in order to provide high-quality direct care and education for children and youth, either individually or within groups. Target Level (CY-1702-02) Skill to promote and foster effective working relationships with children, youth, and coworkers. Target Level (CY-1702-02) Skill to work cooperatively as a member of a team. Target Level (CY-1702-02) Skill in verbal communication in order to provide basic program information and explain CYP processes and procedures. One (1) year of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting. #J-18808-Ljbffr