Child and Youth Program Leader

Summary Incumbent provides appropriate specialized developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in one or more CY programs. This includes guidance, assistance, and mentoring for the CY Program Assistants. The incumbent works under the direction of the supervisor or other qualified higher graded employee, who provides guidance on scope of assignments and assistance on more complex, non‑routine problems encountered. Location Bethesda, MD Salary $27.67 - $27.67 per hour Retention Bonus: After 6 months $1,000/8 HR Time off Award and at 12 months $1,000/8 HR Time off award Employment Details Full‑time – CDC open year‑round with hours 6am-6pm and may include weekends/evenings for training requirements. Permanent – 35+ Hours, Benefits Eligible. Telework eligible: No. Remote job: No. Relocation expenses reimbursed: No. Travel required: Not required. Responsibilities Provide direct care and instruction to children and youth (6 weeks to 18 years). Mentor and provide instruction and training to CY Program Assistants. Plan activities, review and adjust curriculum as needed. Prepare and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and supplies. Encourage positive interactions among participants and staff. Oversee supervision and safety of participants, ensuring compliance with DoD policies. Communicate professionally with parents, employees and local command personnel. Observe, document developmental progress and assist with assessment tasks. Ensure compliance with DoD certification standards and applicable laws. Collect, maintain and report program participation data. Perform other related duties as assigned. Requirements This position is a Test Designated Position (TDP) and requires pre‑employment and random drug testing. Must satisfactorily complete all required background checks for child care positions, including fingerprint checks, a Tier 1 with Child Care check, and a State Criminal History Repository (SCHR) check. Must successfully pass the E‑Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment. Must pass a pre‑employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of all communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases. Must successfully obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance as needed. Ability to complete required training certificates, and maintain certifications or credentials required by Federal, State, and/or national accreditation institutions used as part of DoD's Child and Youth Programs. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. Must be a U.S. citizen or hold 3 years of lawful U.S. residency. Qualifications 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. Knowledge of developmentally appropriate programs designed to meet the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs of children and youth from 6 weeks to 18 years of age. Knowledge of child and youth development principles, practices, and techniques. Skills to apply Federal and State laws governing the detection and prevention of child abuse and/or neglect. Skill in understanding interests and motivation of individuals and groups in a CYP environment. Skill in program planning, organizing, and employee scheduling. Skills to provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to CY Program Assistants. Ability to identify and respond to emergency situations. Ability to train employees on a variety of issues including recognition and identification of childhood illnesses and child abuse. Ability to develop curriculum outlines and lesson plans/guides. Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing and possess strong interpersonal skills. One (1) year of experience at the CY‑02 (GSE‑04) level or equivalent displaying knowledge of and competency in developmentally appropriate programming for children and youth. Education Completion of DOD Standardized Module Training AND 12 months Experience at the CY‑II (GSE‑04) Level. OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Military School-Age (MSA) credential AND 12 months Experience at the CY‑II (GSE‑04) Level. OR A minimum of a 2‑year degree in Youth Development, Child Development or a related field, which can include Recreation, Youth Recreation, Physical Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Social Work, Home Economics with an emphasis in Human Development, or other degrees as appropriate AND 12 months Experience at the CY‑II (GSE‑04) Level. Must provide a copy of your H.S. Diploma, GED, or College Transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) when you apply. Note: If your degree has not been awarded and/or you possess certificates of completion for DoD approved competency‑based training courses, and/or a valid CDA/MSA credential(s), you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent. Additional Information Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug‑Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Marijuana is a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and therefore use of marijuana is illegal under Federal law regardless of State laws. A positive drug test result for marijuana (or any other drug tested for) will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and ineligibility to apply for a position within the Department of Defense for 6 months from the date of the drug test. All individuals involved in the provision of child care services on a Department of Navy (DON) installation or in a DON‑sanctioned program must complete the Installation Records Check (IRC). This includes a check of the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program (SARP) records, a check of the Family Advocacy Program (FAP) records, and an installation security/base check via the Navy Justice Information System (NJIS) database, and other law enforcement systems. This information will determine suitability for the applicant in accordance with criteria for automatic and presumptive disqualifiers, per DoDI 1402.05. Per Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1402.05 Background Checks on Individuals in DoD Child Care Services Programs, incumbents will be automatically disqualified for a conviction in either civilian or military court (to include any general, special, or summary court‑martial conviction or if they received non‑judicial punishment [under Article 15 or chapter 47 of Title 10, U.S.C]) for any of the following: a sexual offense, any criminal offense involving a child victim, or a felony drug offense. Additionally, the incumbent will be automatically disqualified if he/she has been held to be negligent in a civil adjudication or administrative proceeding concerning the death of or serious injury to a child or dependent person entrusted to the individual's care. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Equal Employment Opportunity Don is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or any other non‑merit factor. The DON provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodation(s) should email their request to the appropriate contact to ensure proper consideration is given. #J-18808-Ljbffr Naval District Washington (NDW) (NAF)