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Child and Youth Program Assistant May be eligible for 1000.00 Incentive at 6 mo. and 1 year

Commander, Navy Installations Command · Department of the Navy

This job in plain English

This is a full-time Child and Youth Program Assistant job with Navy Child and Youth Programs, run by Commander, Navy Installations Command, in Newport, Rhode Island. The assistant works directly with children and youth to keep them engaged, well cared for, and safe. The agency has 7 vacancies, and the job requires drug testing and background checks.

7 vacancies

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

Open to the public. You must be a U.S. citizen, a U.S. national, or someone who owes allegiance to the U.S.

What you would do

  • Plan and run daily activities that meet children's and youth's needs
  • Supervise children and youth during indoor, outdoor, and off-site activities
  • Keep children and youth safe and track where each one is
  • Watch for signs of illness, abuse, or neglect and report them as directed
  • Share daily feedback with parents about their child's progress
  • Observe and record child development and help with program reports

Do you qualify for CY-1 to CY-2?

With experience: Intermediate level (CY-1 grade) requires 6 months of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting. Target level (CY-2 grade) requires 1 year of the same kind of experience. Entry level has no experience requirement, but prior experience with children or youth is preferred.

With education: Every level requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Intermediate level also requires completing the Navy Entry Level training (Army, Air Force, and Marine equivalents are accepted). Target level also requires one of these: completion of DoD standardized training courses, a valid Child Development Associate (CDA) or Military School-Age (MSA) credential, or a 2-year degree in early childhood education, child development, youth recreation, physical education, elementary or secondary education, youth development, or a related field.

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume, two-page limit
  • Proof of education: college transcript showing the degree awarded, or high school diploma or GED if no degree yet
  • High school diploma or equivalent if you use DoD training, a CDA or MSA credential, or a degree not yet awarded
  • DD-214 and supporting papers if you claim veterans' preference
  • Notice of separation if you claim NAF BBA priority consideration
  • Sponsor's PCS orders and marriage certificate if you claim military spouse preference
  • Most recent SF-50 or PAR if you are or were a federal employee
  • Foreign transcripts need a U.S. equivalency evaluation, paid by you

How you will be rated: Your resume is first checked against the minimum requirements. Qualified resumes are then rated on knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs), and applicants are referred to the hiring manager for the grade they qualify for. The selecting official may also interview applicants.

Tips for this job:

  • Keep your resume to two pages; the system blocks longer files.
  • Describe your child or youth work experience clearly, because ratings depend on what your resume shows.
  • Attach a diploma or transcript showing your name, school, degree, date, and major, and do not submit altered transcripts.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time. The agency mentions a variety of work schedules.

Incentives and relocation: The job title mentions a possible 1,000 dollar incentive at 6 months and 1 year. The agency also says it will help pay for industry certification or college courses, and employees get a 50% fee discount on one child's enrollment in Navy child care programs.

Conditions of employment:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Pass background checks, including fingerprint and records checks
  • Pass a pre-employment and random drug test; a positive test can remove you from the job
  • Pass a pre-employment physical and provide proof of immunizations
  • Complete required training and keep required certifications
  • Automatic disqualification for certain convictions, such as sexual or child-related offenses
  • Marijuana use is illegal under federal law; a positive test can withdraw a job offer and bar DoD applications for 6 months
  • Possible 1-year probationary period
  • Set up direct deposit within your first 30 days
  • E-Verify check of work eligibility
  • REAL ID or other acceptable ID needed for base access starting May 7, 2025

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$21.00 – $25.00 per hour
Pay scale and grade
CY-1 to CY-2 · Child and youth programs
Location
Newport, Rhode Island
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Openings
7
Security clearance
Other
Travel
Not required
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Education And Training Technician (1702)
Announcement
27-13106505

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