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Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-01/02

United States Army Installation Management Command · Department of the Army

This job in plain English

This is a Child and Youth Program Assistant job with Child and Youth Services at the U.S. Army Installation Management Command, located in Hohenfels, Germany. You would care for and supervise children and youth from 6 weeks to 18 years old. There are few vacancies, the job is intermittent with no guaranteed hours, and occasional travel is required.

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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.

The job is open to the public but limited to U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Under the agency clarification, non-U.S. nationals may apply only if they lived in the U.S. or a U.S. territory for at least three continuous years right before federal service began and now live in Europe.

What you would do

  • Provides developmental care and instruction for children and youth ages 6 weeks to 18.
  • Actively supervises children and youth during routines, activities, field trips, and events.
  • Helps carry out planned, age-appropriate activities and daily routines using prepared curriculum.
  • Helps arrange or serve snacks or meals.
  • Responds to emergencies, including evacuations, illness, and physical or emotional needs.

Do you qualify for CY-1 (up to CY-2)?

With experience: Entry level needs no work experience. Skill level (CY-01) needs at least 6 months working in group programs with children or youth, and Target level (CY-02) needs at least 12 months of that experience plus knowledge of child and youth development theories.

With education: Entry level needs a high school diploma or GED. Skill level needs completion of Entry Level DoW standardized training, equivalent industry training, or 6 semester hours of college credit in early childhood, elementary or secondary education, child and youth development, or special education. Target level needs completion of Skill Level DoW training, a Child Development Associate (CDA) or Military School-Age (MSA) credential, or 12 semester hours in related fields such as child development, human development, youth program administration, recreation for children and youth, physical education, or directly related behavioral sciences. General psychology or sociology courses do not count.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Current CPR certification
  • Current First Aid certification

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume, two pages or less, showing relevant experience, skills, and abilities
  • High school diploma, GED, or high school transcript showing completion date, required for entry level
  • College transcripts or certificates, which may be required for Skill or Target level
  • CDA certificate if you use it to qualify
  • Proof of high school enrollment if you are 17, or a self-certification if proof is unavailable
  • Proof for any preference you claim, such as DD-214, DA 3434, PCS orders, marriage proof, or VA disability letter
  • Documents not in English must include a translated copy
  • Optional: cover letter and professional references

How you will be rated: Your application is first checked against the questionnaire, then HR reviews your resume, documents, and questionnaire answers together. If your questionnaire answers claim more experience than your resume shows, your consideration may be affected, and missing information or skipped steps may result in an ineligible rating.

Tips for this job:

  • Keep your resume to two pages or less and clearly show your relevant experience, skills, and abilities.
  • If you apply at Skill or Target level, upload college transcripts or certificates, since they may be required when you apply.
  • Education must come from schools accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education to count.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Intermittent work with no guaranteed hours, and not eligible for benefits. May include uncommon tours with evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Incentives and relocation: Incentives and bonuses will not be paid, and relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Employees working at least 15 hours per week get a childcare fee discount: 100% for the first child and 25% for second and later children. Foreign overseas allowances, post allowance, and differentials may be paid.

Conditions of employment:

  • Direct deposit and Social Security card required
  • Meet qualification, eligibility, and background requirements
  • Favorable background checks required
  • One-year probationary period may be required
  • Must be 18 or older, or a 17-year-old dependent of a Service member or DoW civilian employee
  • Regular contact with children under 18 requires a check under federal law
  • Required immunizations, including influenza vaccine
  • Must pass a pre-employment physical and later physicals
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds, walk, bend, stoop, and stand routinely in Child Development Centers
  • Visual and hearing ability needed to supervise children and youth
  • Legally required to report suspected child abuse or neglect
  • Must complete DoW and Service training, including annual training
  • Failure to show competence in training may result in separation
  • May work evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Indoor and outdoor work, with occasional field trips and travel
  • Must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program

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
$19.00 – $24.00 per hour
Pay scale and grade
CY-1 (up to CY-2) · Child and youth programs
Location
Hohenfels, Germany
Appointment
Intermittent
Work schedule
Intermittent
Service
Competitive
Openings
Few
Security clearance
Not Required
Travel
Occasional travel
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Education And Training Technician (1702)
Announcement
C2SCNAFCY-26-13051242

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