Child and Youth Program Assistant

Summary This position will be assigned to the JBSA Ft. Sam Houston Youth Programs located in San Antonio, TX. This is a flexible category position with no guaranteed hrs. May work up to 40 hrs./wk. Scheduled as needed. This position is not eligible for benefits. Pay will be set based on experience and education and/or certification: Target Level: $ 20.80 Intermediate Level: $ 19.62 Entry Level: $ 18.51 Thank you for considering employment with Air Force Services Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF). Please join our team in sunny San Antonio, TX. Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) is situated in San Antonio, (Bexar County), the seventh largest city and known as "Military City USA." Encompassing JBSA are Fort Sam Houston, Lackland Air Force Base and Randolph Air Force Base, three separate installations. The mission at JBSA Fort Sam Houston, located northeast of downtown, is medical training and support and is home to San Antonio Military Medical Center. The primary mission at JBSA Lackland, located southwest of the city, is training: basic military, technical, English language and technical training in Spanish to allied countries. JBSA Randolph is located northeast of the city and houses several headquarters including Air Education & Training Command (AETC), Air Force Personnel Center (AFPC), and Air Force Headquarters Recruiting Services.Major Duties: CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ALL LEVELS): The incumbent will serve as a Child and Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) in one or more child and youth programs and will be accountable for the whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Provides care/supervision, oversight and accountability for program participants. Assists in preparing age appropriate activities; supervises children and youth during indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings and special events; arranges and serves snacks/meals. Executes work in accordance with policies and regulations. May be required to transport children in government vehicles. CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (TARGET LEVEL): Coordinates and conducts activities for children and/or youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Implements program options for children and youth with special requirements. Demonstrates, instructs, leads and facilitates planned and spontaneous program activities. Briefs staff, management, and parents on activities. Conducts inventory on equipment and supplies. CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL): Assists in planning, coordinating and conducting activities for program participants. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Implements daily schedules and activity plans to ensure age/stage appropriateness. Briefs staff, management, and parents on activities. Conducts inventory on equipment and supplies. CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (ENTRY LEVEL): Performs simple routine tasks following step-by-step instructions. Assists in providing planned activities using prepared curriculum and program materials. Creates an environment which welcomes participant interest and promotes positive interactions. Generates a list of needed supplies and equipment. Attends to the physical needs of the children, as applicable. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12842431