Child and Youth Program Assistant

Summary About the position: This position is located at the Child Development Center, RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom. Department of the Air Force Child and Youth Programs Employee Child Care Discount applicable to this position (see Additional Information). The Hiring Agency will review applications, and eligible applicants referred every 7 days. Pay will be set based on experience and education and/or certification: Target Level: $21.01 Intermediate Level: $19.82 Entry Level: $18.70 Thank you for considering employment with Air Force Services Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF). Mildenhall is a market town that is rich in history and packed full of tourist attractions and amenities. The town is conveniently placed close to Bury St Edmunds, Lakenheath, Brandon, Lavenham and Newmarket - making it ideally located for visitors who wish to visit other villages and historical towns in the north-west of Suffolk. The 100 Force Support Squadron implements manpower and personnel support, child development, youth programs, food service, lodging, sports/fitness, recreation/leisure activities. Our mission is to promote readiness, regeneration, and sustainment of Airmen by providing outstanding family care, personnel support, recreation and fitness, and quality-of-life programs that enhance morale for the RAF Mildenhall community.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. This announcement will remain open until all vacancies have been filled. Applicants will be reviewed and referred (if eligible) every 7 days until the position is filled. If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12905651