Summary This position is located at Defense Logistics Agency's Columbus, OH location with the Child and Youth Services Division. a. Employees receive FREE childcare on first child, 50% discount on the second child, and 15% discount each additional child! b. Recruitment $500.00 at time of recruitment payable as a lump sum IAW regulation. c. Retention $1000.00 at twelfth month and payable quarterly over 12 months. Responsibilities Serves as a Child and Youth Program Assistant in a Child and Youth Services program and maintains control of and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth. Plans, coordinates, and conducts activities that meet the physical, social, emotional and cognitive needs for program participants based on the group and individual children and youth. Establishes a program environment that sustains participant interest and promotes positive interactions with other children, youth, and adults. Helps prepare, arrange, and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedules and provides program options for children with special requirements. Maintains program participation data and complete daily report. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications For Entry Level (CY-01): At a minimum, must have a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED). Must be able to communicate in English, both orally and in writing. For information on the qualification requirements for the higher paying levels such as Skill Level (CY-01) and Target Level (CY-02): Refer to our Applicant Information Kit. Note to applicants: College transcripts or certificates may be required at the time of application for applicants who want to be considered for Skill or Target level. Education At minimum a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required. Proof of education is required at the time of application. All education documents must be in English or have a translated copy provided. In order to meet entry level requirement you must upload a copy of your HS Diploma, HS Transcript (showing the completion date), GED certificate or proof of a college degree. To meet the requirements beyond entry level a college transcript showing course work or certifications will be required to validate the higher graded qualifications. Additional information in regards to the education requirement can be found in the Applicant Information Kit. Additional Information This original close date of 7/15/2024 was extended due to a low applicant pool. Referrals will be sent upon request. Launch Your Rewarding Career with DLA CYP! Sign on bonus for this position: $1000.00 initial sign on. Sign on Bonuses Require the incumbent to complete their training. Once employed for 30 days, sign on bonuses are paid. Retention Bonus: $1500.00 Incumbent must be employed for 12 months. Retention bonuses are paid in quarterly increments following 12-month employment period. Requires successful completion of Virtual Lab School (VLS) training track (15 modules). Referral Bonus: $250 for existing employee that refers selectee - available to all employees once on board (up to $1000 annually). Reduced Childcare: FREE for first child, 50% discount for the second, and 15% for the third child and beyond. Paid Parental Leave Great benefits package - health insurance, sick and vacation time, 401K, and more! On-the-job training and Child Development Associate (CDA) credential paid for once training requirements are met and competency is observed. Tuition Assistance Available for continuing education. Free access to Fitness Center free personal training sessions group fitness classes participate in intermural sports leagues Access to 9 hole Eagle Eye Golf Course Information, Tickets & Registration (ITR) Office - purchase discounted tickets to local, state and nationwide events, theme parks, zoos and aquariums, etc. *World-Wide Access to Family and Morale, Welfare, and Recreation facilities and programs Area of Consideration The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is within the local commuting area of Columbus, OH. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) Preference eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.) Proof of education is required at the time of application. Manual Application If you would like to apply manually, please contact the servicing NAF Human Resources (HRO) listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00 pm CST on the closing date of this announcement in order to process your application in a timely manner. Allowances, Incentives and PCS Costs: Allowances, differentials, or incentives will not be paid. Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Other: This is a Regular Full Time position with a 40 hour minimum workweek and eligible for benefits. Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date. Please check out our Applicant Information Kit to view additional information you may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view the kit, https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF%20Applicant%20Information%20Kit%20for%20Army%20NAF%20Childcare%20Positions.pdf Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/. For more information on working with Child and Youth Services, please go here