CYP Assistant - JPSAC/BASAC

This is the full performance level of a career ladder. Entry level is Educational Aid (Child and Youth (CY) Program Assistant), CY-I and intermediate level is Educational Aid (Child and Youth (CY) Program Assistant), CY-I.

The purpose of the CY Program Assistant is to provide appropriate developmental care and instruction for children and youth ranging in age from 6 weeks to 18 years in one or more CY programs.

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate possesses the following:

• Knowledge in child and youth development to provide input to an efficient and effective program responsive to the needs of children and youth.
• Skill to implement developmentally appropriate child and youth development principles/practices and services to provide direct care and education for children and youth, individually or with groups of children and youth.
• Skill to promote and foster effective working relationships with children and youth and coworkers. Skill to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Possesses skill in oral expression to explain processes and procedures and to provide basic program information.