Ph3Child and Youth Program Direct Care Supervisor /h3 pJoin to apply for the bChild and Youth Program Direct Care Supervisor /b role at bU.S. Navy Fleet and Family Readiness (FFR) /b /p h3Summary /h3 pThe purpose of the Child and Youth Program (CYP) Direct Care Supervisor position is to assist the facility Director in providing routine supervisory oversight, support and instruction for CYP Direct Care Professionals in Child Development Centers (CDC) and School Age Care (SAC) Programs. The CYP Direct Care Supervisor provides oversight and accountability of assigned staff during all hours of program operation. /p h3Duties /h3 ul listrongSupervisory Duties /strong ul liDirects work to be accomplished by staff. /li liAssigns work based on priorities, difficulty and requirements of assignments, and staff capabilities. /li liConducts annual performance reviews of staff. /li liParticipates in section staffing decisions. /li liEnsures staff receives proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions. /li liAddresses potential disciplinary and/or performance issues timely and takes appropriate corrective action(s) as necessary. /li liSupports Commander, Navy Installations Command's (CNIC) Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; fosters a work environment free of discrimination, harassment, and/or reprisal; and ensures equitable treatment of all staff. /li /ul /li listrongPersonnel Management /strong ul liSupervises an assigned team of direct care professionals and volunteers. /li liInitiates and implements personnel actions and supports the CYP Director in order to assure quality related to selection, assignments, training, promotions, disciplinary actions, and recognition of employees and volunteers. /li liEstablishes local performance standards for employees and volunteers using established standards and requirements and rates employees’ performance. /li liDevelops the staffing schedule. /li liValidates that classroom opening and closing procedures for area of responsibility are completed. /li liEnsures the implementation of a developmentally appropriate SAC and/or CDC program that promotes the social, emotional, physical and cognitive growth of children and youth in the age categories served. /li liCoordinates and supervises field trips. /li liProvides frequent physical check of assigned classrooms/activity areas to ensure supervision and accountability measures are implemented. /li liConducts quality assurance checks on classroom/activity records. /li liEnsures specialized programs for children and youth with special needs are implemented within current policy. /li liEnsures CYP staff are trained and adhere to special instructions provided by parents. /li liAssists with development, implementation and analysis of surveys and needs assessment of staff and patrons to ensure appropriate programming. /li /ul /li listrongProgram Management /strong ul liResolves complaints related to personnel concerns and makes recommendations to the Director for corrective action as necessary. /li liEncourages and facilitates the pursuit of continuing higher education, including the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, Military School-Age (MSA) credential or college level classes. /li /ul /li listrongProgram Operations /strong ul liGuides and supports CYP Direct Care Staff with responding and administering medication, as required. May provide support in the administration of medication as needed. /li liEnsures facility, program, and activity security through impromptu and routine safety checks. /li /ul /li listrongCommunication /strong ul liInitiates conversations and engages professionally with parents, other CYP Professionals, local installation personnel, school representatives, and program partner organizations. /li liInteracts routinely with CYP Program Assistant team members, parents, school personnel, contractors, volunteers, and installation leadership. /li liInterprets and applies child and youth development philosophy/principles and Department of Navy (DON) policies based on patron needs and program evaluation and assessment. /li liImplements standard operating procedures, policies and procedures. /li liEnsures compliance with law, policies, and regulations applicable to Department of Defense (DoD) CYP programs and notifies supervisor of compliance concerns. /li liWorks collaboratively with other CYP Leaders, parents, TC’s. /li liCollaborates with other CYP Direct Care Supervisors ensuring a comprehensive and cohesive overall program. /li liParticipates actively and positively in addressing and resolving concerns with parents, volunteers, and/or employees. /li liConducts parent orientations and ensures required frequency of parent interactions occur and participates in parent conferences as needed or upon request. /li /ul /li listrongCompliance /strong ul liEnsures written observations, detailed notes, knowledge of targeted and individualized behavior strategies. /li liEnsures resources are established to support staff with implementation of Inclusion Support Plans. /li /ul /li listrongManagement Operations /strong ul liAssists in obtaining and retaining DoD certification and accreditation. /li liOversees development and delivery of core programs and activities outlined in operational and programming instructions, standards, and guidance. /li liReviews, ensures clarity of, completes, and submits accident/incident report documentation, as required. /li liResponsible for safe-keeping child records and providing regular updates to the TC and CYP management. /li liEnsures compliance with the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). /li liServes as a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by local policy in the case of suspected incidences of child abuse and neglect. /li /ul /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 ul liMust satisfactorily complete all background checks for child care positions, including fingerprint checks, a Tier 1 with Child Care check, and a State Criminal History Repository (SCHR) check. /li liAbility to complete required training certificates, and maintain certifications or credentials required by Federal, State, and/or national accreditation institutions used as part of DoD's Child and Youth Programs. /li liSatisfactorily complete all background checks in accordance with PL 101-647 to include National Agency Check with Written Inquiries (NACI). /li liMust pass a pre-employment physical, provide evidence of immunization, be free of all communicable diseases, and obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases. /li liParticipation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. /li liThis 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. /li liMust be a US Citizen. /li liMust be 18 years of age or older. /li /ul h3Qualifications /h3 ul liSpecialized experience in the child and/or youth profession or education appropriate to the position. /li liKnowledge of regulations, policies, and standards applicable to the CYP. /li liKnowledge of developmentally appropriate programming designed to meet the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs of children and youth from 6 weeks to 18 years of age. /li liKnowledge of child and youth development principles, practices, and techniques. /li liKnowledge of Federal and State laws governing the detection, prevention, and reporting of child abuse and/or neglect. /li liKnowledge of leading a team and understanding motivation and learning styles of individuals and groups in a CYP environment. /li liSkill in program planning, organizing, and employee scheduling. /li liSkill to provide leadership, mentoring, coaching to develop and lead teams in collaborative environments. /li liSkills to conduct informal and formal assessments of children to inform decisions about the children, to improve teaching practices and activity planning, and to drive program improvement. /li liSkill to conduct and document observations of CYP direct care staff to determine progression and provide feedback and follow up. /li liAbility to support and consistently reinforce developmental training of CYP direct care staff, providing ongoing guidance on the range of principles, practices, and techniques to ensure safe, healthy, and appropriate classroom/activity area operations, including recognition and identification of childhood illnesses and child abuse, etc. /li liAbility to conduct and review program evaluations of classroom and activity areas, identifying areas that need improvement, and establishing and implementing corrective action plans to address deficiencies. /li liAbility to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing in order to communicate with CYP team and customers, prepare reports and plans, and document observations. Possesses strong interpersonal skills with children, youth, and adults. /li liAbility to identify and respond to emergency situations including evacuations, child illness, and physical and emotional needs. /li /ul h3Education /h3 pA bachelor's degree or higher in Youth Development, Child Development or a related field, which may include Recreation, Youth Recreation, Physical Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Social Work, Home Economics with an emphasis in Human Development, or other degrees as appropriate and 2 years of experience working with children and/or youth.br/br/strongOR /strongbr/br/Two years of specialized experience in the child and/or youth profession. 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