CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAM ASSISTANT (CDC), CY-01/02/RFT, ALL CAMPS

About the role

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.

What you will do

• CY-I/II (GSE2/3/4) Introduction.
• Provides developmental care and instruction for children and youth (6 weeks-18 years) in CYP settings.
• Supports safe environments, age-appropriate activities, and inclusive care.
• Serves as a mandated reporter.
• GSE-02 (Entry Level - CY-I) Provides basic developmental care and instruction for children and youth ages 6 weeks to 18 years in CYP settings.
• Duties are introductory and designed to build skills for advancement.
• Supports planned activities and routines under close guidance.
• Serves as a mandated reporter for suspected child abuse or neglect.
• Assists with daily schedules, activities, and maintaining safe learning environments.
• Helps with play materials, routines, supervision, and meals/snacks.
• Supports children's developmental needs and positive interactions.
• Cares for children with special needs following medical and individualized instructions.
• Follows safety, health, and program regulations.
• Meets training requirements and maintains CPR/First Aid.
• Minimum age 18, HS diploma, able to lift 45 lbs, background checks/drug testing required.
• GSE-03 (Intermediate - CY-I) Provides developmental care and instruction for children and youth ages 6 weeks to 18 years, applying basic knowledge gained through prior training or experience.
• Supports and helps lead age-appropriate activities as part of continued development toward higher-level roles.
• Serves as a mandated reporter for suspected child abuse or neglect.
• Helps implement planned curriculum and may lead prepared activities.
• Serves as a primary caregiver and supports safe indoor/outdoor environments.
• Maintains professional interactions and provides parent feedback.
• Ensures supervision, safety, and reporting requirements.
• Supports inclusive programming and administers prescribed medications.
• Assists with program evaluation, compliance, and documentation.
• Requires 6+ months experience in group child/youth programs and completion of entry-level training or equivalent coursework.
• GSE-04 (Target - CY-II) Leads and implements developmentally appropriate care, instruction, and daily programming for children and youth ages 6 weeks to 18 years.
• Plans and conducts activities, experiences, and field trips that support program goals.
• Demonstrates knowledge of applicable child abuse prevention and reporting laws and serves as a mandated reporter. ¿ Role models appropriate practices and supports lower-level staff development.
• Plans and leads daily curriculum, activities, assessments, and special events.
• Documents developmental progress and communicates with families.
• Creates safe, engaging environments and oversees health/safety standards.
• Ensures program compliance, emergency response, and mandated reporting.
• Supports care plans for children with disabilities and implements individualized strategies.
• Requires 12+ months experience, advanced training/CDA/college credits, CPR/First Aid, and full background/drug-testing requirements.

How you will be evaluated

Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official.

Documents you must provide

• Varies - Review "OTHER INFORMATION"

Benefits

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees.

Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to: • Stability of Federal Civilian Service • People with passion for doing work that matters • Quality of Work Life Balance • Competitive Pay • Comprehensive Benefit Packages • Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges

What to expect next

All applicants who submit an application via our Careers page at *** will be able to view their application status online.

Additional information

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, 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: *** 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. *Resume that does not exceed 2 pages **IMPORTANT: To align with the Merit Hiring Plan, Federal Agencies will not accept resumes that exceed two pages. Accordingly, the NAF HRO will only consider resumes that are two pages or fewer.

Resumes exceeding this limit will not be referred and will be deemed ineligible for consideration.¿ This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated.

Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card.

INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENT'S DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION.

ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.