Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant CY-02

Summary This position is located at Yuma Proving Ground, Child Development Center. * Access to Commissary, PX, Pool, On post housing, Gym etc. See 'Additional Information'. Child and Youth Services (CYS) Employee Childcare Fee applicable to employees working at least 15 hours per week: First Child: 100% childcare fee discount Second and Subsequent Child: 25% childcare fee discount Incentives and Bonuses Incentives and bonuses will not be paid. CYS employees will receive enhanced childcare benefits aimed at improving workforce retention and affordability for military families. The new policy offers 100% childcare coverage for the first child and a 25% discount for each additional child enrolled in Army CYS programs.In addition to childcare benefits, CYS employees have access to the Civilian Employment Assignment Tool (CEAT), which promotes career continuity by allowing seamless transfers between Army installations during PCS moves or self-initiated career changes. This initiative helps reduce staffing gaps, retains experienced personnel, and supports long-term career growth within the Army CYS system. CYS employees may also enjoy a range of exclusive Department of Defense (DoD) civilian benefits, including: Free on-post gym membership through MWR (Morale, Welfare, and Recreation).Access to cost-effective on-base housing. Commissary and Post Exchange (PX) shopping privileges. Discounted tickets and tours for attractions such as Disneyland, SeaWorld, and other major theme parks. Outdoor recreation rentals and excursions via MWR, including camping, boating, and equipment rentals. Access to on-base pools and family-friendly parks. On-post schools for kindergarten through 5th grade, with bus transportation for middle and high school students Working for Army CYS not only supports the military mission-it also offers a meaningful, stable career with exceptional benefits for both employees and their families.Major Duties: Serves as a team leader with responsibility for ensuring the program staff provides appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in Child and Youth Services (CYS) programs. Ensures the implementation of a developmentally appropriate program that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth of children and youth in the ages served. Instructs team members in specific tasks and job techniques; makes available written instructions, reference materials, and supplies. Develops, plans and implements age-appropriate educational lesson plans, schedules, and developmentally appropriate activities based on observed needs and interest of individual children and youth. Ensure staff follow health and safety standards when performing diapering, toileting, hand washing, cleaning/sanitizing/disinfecting surfaces and materials, food service, safe sleep practices, and caring for ill children and youth.