Child And Youth Program Assistant Leader (Gse-05) Cy2

MCCS Job Opening Information Position/Grade CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT LEADER (GSE-05) CY2 Location CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM (SAC) Type of Appointment REGULAR FULL-TIME Open Date 07 FEBRUARY 2024 Close Date 14 FEBRUARY 2024 Who May Apply ALL SOURCES Salary $23.037374 Hours of Operation 35-40 HOURS A WEEK, MONDAY THROUGH SATURDAY, VARIOUS SHIFTS (HOURS SUBJECT TO CHANGED BASED ON BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS) [X] Health Card Required [X] Background Check Required [ ] Gun Control [X] Drug Testing Position (DTP) [ ] Valid Drivers License Required *** APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED THOROUGHLY AND RESUME SUBMITTED *** Job Summary Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

As a service-oriented organization, we never waver in our commitment to our Corps. Regular Full-time vacancies are eligible for the following Employee Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to a 5% employer match NAF Pension Plan, employee contribution only 1% (May be eligible to buy back Military Service time) Medical and Dental Insurance Inexpensive Life Insurance covers up to 3x your annual salary Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care) Health Savings Account Short Term Disability Insurance up to 60% of your salary Leave Donation Program for lifes emergencies Immediate Annual and Sick leave accrual Tuition Assistance Program This position is located at MCAS MIRAMAR. Candidates selected for this position will serve as a CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT LEADER.

Major Duties Serves as a team leader for program staff with responsibility for the operation and program in accordance with applicable regulations in one or more Children and Youth Programs (CYPs). Works under the written and verbal direction of the supervisor, who provides guidance on scope of assignments and assistance on the more complex, non-routine problems encountered. Work is reviewed in terms of results achieved and adherence to established standards and procedures.

Routine day-to-day assignments are normally performed independently with technical assistance available from the supervisor when required. Routine assignments are spot-checked; the more technical assignments are closely reviewed for adherence to policies, procedures, and instructions Maintains control and accounts for the whereabouts and safety of children AND YOUTH ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years. Oversees arrival and departure, and supervises participants during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities and on field trips, outings, and special events.

Works within prescribed staff-to-participant ratio. Encourages participants interest and establishes a program setting that promotes positive interactions with other children, youth, and adults. Monitors staff-to-participant ratios to ensure adequate staffing.

Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities for program participants based on observed needs of individual children AND YOUTH. Prepares and implements program options for participants with special needs. Works with Training & Curriculum (T&C) Specialist and supervisors to implement activities and special events that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of participants.

Works with CYP team members to prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules. Assists participants with special projects, homework, and life skills. Interacts with participants using appropriate approved child guidance AND YOUTH development techniques.

Interacts professionally with staff members, parents, and local installation command personnel. Participates in conferences with parents, program staff, school representatives, and local installation command personnel. Briefs other employees and parents.

Notes special instructions provided by parents. Ensures participants (as applicable) depart with an authorized person according to written parental instructions. Provides opportunities for parental involvement.

Instructs team members in specific tasks and job techniques; makes available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies. Explains program guidance, procedures, policies, and directives to team members. Resolves problems and conflicts or obtains information and guidance from the supervisor.

Demonstrates proper work methods, guides and mentors Program Assistants. Models appropriate behaviors and techniques for working with children AND YOUTH. Provides on-the-job training and instruction to team members.

Ensures team members follow safety, fire, fitness, health, and nutrition procedures and informs supervisor of compliance concerns. Relays instructions from the supervisor, makes activity assignment, and gets the work started in accordance with daily activity plans. Provides input to the supervisor as requested concerning promotions, reassignments, performance evaluations, incentive awards, etc.

Observes program participants for signs that may indicate illness, abuse, or neglect and reports as directed. Sets up displays and bulletin boards. Arranges for and serves appropriate snacks or meals where applicable.

Inventories equipment on a recurring basis and recommends replenishing damaged, missing, and depleted supplies. Secures supplies, equipment, and facilities. Collects, maintains, and reports program participation data.

Uses designated evaluation materials to ensure assigned area is in compliance with DoD, Marine Corps, and local installation command baseline standards and metrics. Ensures assigned area achieves and maintains standards for DoD certification and national accreditation or equivalent. Provides care and supervision, oversight, and accountability for program participants in compliance with DoD, Marine Corps, and local installation command policies, guidance, and standards.

Completes training requirements using approved OSD and Service materials to include designated training modules. Ensures compliance with law, policies, and regulations applicable to DoD CY programs. Acts as manager in non-routine or emergency situations for purposes of opening or closing facility when 15 or fewer participants are present.

Performs other related duties as assigned. May work a fluctuating work schedule to complete work assignments outside of the typical work hours. Qualifications Be 18 years of age, possess a high school diploma or equivalent, have the ability to speak, read and write English, follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Be able to lift and carry children and objects up to 45lbs independently and over 45lbs with assistance. Activities may require incumbent to drive an automobile (to include driving a government vehicle while transporting children). May be required to obtain a government drivers license.

Prior experience working with children, youth or teens required. Skill to interpret and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and practices for children AND YOUTH. Must have one of the following: completion of USMC Standardized Module training AND 12 months experience at the CY-II (GSE-04) level OR a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Military School-Age (MSA) credential AND completion of 1 year at the CY Program Assistant/base level 4 where incumbent displayed knowledge of and competency in developmentally appropriate programming for children AND YOUTH OR a minimum of a 2-year degree in Youth Development, Child Development or related field, which can include recreation, youth recreation, physical education, elementary education, secondary education, early childhood education, psychology, social work, home economics with emphasis in human development, or other degrees as appropriate.

Successful completion of all required training for Program Assistant (Entry, Intermediate and Target Level). Satisfactorily complete all background checks in accordance with DoD and Marine Corps policy for employees who provide child care services. Must pass a pre-employment physical and annual physicals thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease.

Must complete all DoD training requirements within the specified time including orientation, initial, DoD Standardized Module Training, and annual ongoing training requirements, and required certifications, if any. Must maintain current food handlers, CPR and First Aid certifications. Position is subject to both pre-employment and random drug testing as a condition of employment.

A positive drug test, or failure to submit for testing, may become the basis for removal from this position. How To Apply All applications must be submitted online via the MCCS Careers website: https://careers.usmc-mccs.org MCCS Internal Applicants, PLEASE UPDATE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS/PHONE NUMBER IN PEOPLESOFT SELF SERVICE IN ORDER TO RECEIVE HIRING NOTIFICATIONS. Resumes/applications emailed or mailed will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.

To be considered for employment, the application or resume must be submitted online by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement. If prior military, upload a copy of your DD214 Member 4 Copy as an attachment to your MCCS careers profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org Required Documents to be considered for Military Spousal Preference Military Spousal Preference may be requested for positions NF-3 and below, Crafts and Trades (NA, NL, NS), and Child & Youth (CY) positions. 1.

Spouses must meet the minimum qualifications posted in the job announcement. 2. Spouse Preference eligibility begins 30 days before the military sponsors reporting date to the new duty location.

3. Spousal Preference applicants hired in a flexible position will not lose their spousal preference eligibility until converted or hired into a regular full-time or part-time position or is within a 60-day period of receiving new PCS Orders. 4.

Spousal Preference applicants must provide a copy of the PCS order identifying a spouses authorized move and the sponsors reporting date to the new duty location. If the spouse is not listed on the PCS orders, the spouse must provide documentation (i.e. marriage certificate, valid military ID, etc.) verifying marriage prior to PCS orders (must have been married to the military sponsor before relocation to the new duty station).

Complete the online application and attach a resume. 5. Spouses with current or prior Federal service, submit a copy of the most recent performance appraisal rating.

NOTE: It is the applicants responsibility to submit at the time of application the documents required to be considered for Military Spousal Preference. Please verify that information required has been uploaded/submitted, legible, and accurate. To check the status of your application or to return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status.

MCCS Human Resources will not modify applications, resumes, or answers submitted by any applicant. Required Documents to be considered for Transition Assistance Program Transition Assistance may be requested for positions NF-3 and below, Crafts and Trades (NA, NL, NS), and Child & Youth (CY) positions. Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must upload copy of your *Transition Assistance form and copy of ID card with TA stamped on front of card as an attachment to your profile under My Job Applications https://careers.usmc-mccs.org NOTE: It is the applicants responsibility to submit at the time of application the documents required to be considered for Transition Assistance.

Please verify that information required has been uploaded/submitted, legible, and accurate. To check the status of your application or to return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status. MCCS Human Resources will not modify applications, resumes, or answers submitted by any applicant.

Selective Service Registration: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959 and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation. VACANCIES MAY BE FILLED BY METHODS OTHER THAN THE MERIT STAFFING PROGRAM WHEN IT APPEARS THAT THE BEST QUALIFIED PERSON CAN BE OBTAINED FROM OTHER SOURCES.

Closing Statement GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency.

The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002.

Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made. Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS. Required Documents: *Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.

*If prior military, DD214 Member Copy This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use o...