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Child & Youth Program Leader, Cy-02(Gse-05)/Rft, Yuimaru CDC, Camp Kinser

U.S. Marine Corps · Department of the Navy

This job in plain English

This job leads a team that cares for and teaches children and youth aged 6 weeks to 18 years at a child and youth program on Okinawa, Japan. It is a nonappropriated fund (NAF) job with Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS), which means MCCS pays for it from its own program income rather than the general federal budget. Four positions are open, the role includes travel of up to 25% of the time, and applicants must live on Okinawa or be arriving there on official orders.

4 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, but you must be a U.S. citizen, a U.S. national, or someone who owes allegiance to the U.S. You must live in Okinawa or be arriving on official government orders to Okinawa.

What you would do

  • Lead a team that gives developmentally appropriate care and instruction to children and youth
  • Plan and carry out daily activities, planned experiences, and field trips
  • Balance staff-guided activities with child- and youth-initiated experiences
  • Ensure program staff follow policies, regulations, and established procedures
  • Serve as a mandated reporter of suspected child abuse or neglect

Do you qualify for CY-2?

With experience: You can qualify with 18 months of work in group programs with children or youth, plus knowledge of child development theory, if you also meet the training requirement. You can also qualify with 12 months of this experience if you have the education listed below. The announcement does not name a grade level for this experience.

With education: You can qualify with a high school diploma or equivalent plus completion of DoW standardized training courses, or a CDA, ECE, or MSA credential. You can also qualify with a bachelor's or advanced degree, or an associate's degree or 60 semester hours, in early childhood, elementary or secondary education, child and youth development, special education, or a related field. The degree or credits must include a 24-semester-hour major course of study directly related to the age group, from an accredited college or university.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Current CPR certification
  • Current First Aid certification

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume of 2 pages or fewer
  • Education or certification certificates, if applicable
  • DD-214 Member Copy, if you have prior military service
  • Social Security card, which must be presented during the application process
  • Copy of sponsor's orders, if you are a military or DoD civilian spouse
  • Written request and ID card marked 'TA' in red, if applying through the Transition Assistance Program

How you will be rated: You are rated on how well your application, resume, and supporting documents meet the listed qualifications. The selecting official chooses the best qualified applicant. Missing required information may lead to an ineligible rating or a lower overall rating.

Tips for this job:

  • Keep your resume to 2 pages or fewer, or it will not be referred for consideration.
  • Apply online through the MCCS Careers website only, since emailed or mailed resumes are not considered.
  • Attach your certificates and list only degrees or courses from accredited schools, since others will not count toward qualifications.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time work schedule. Selected applicants may be changed to part-time or full-time at management's discretion without further competition.

Conditions of employment:

  • Favorable background check required
  • Pre-employment physical and later physicals required
  • Immunizations required, including the influenza vaccine
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 45 lbs alone, and heavier items with help
  • Random drug testing (test designated position)
  • Must complete all DoW and Service training on time, including annual training
  • Employment depends on a successful National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI)
  • Direct deposit of total net pay is required

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
$23.00 per hour
Pay scale and grade
CY-2 · Child and youth programs
Location
Camp Foster, Japan
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Openings
4
Security clearance
Not Required
Travel
25% or less
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Education And Training Technician (1702)
Announcement
79377

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