Child and Youth Program Assistant CY01/02

Washoe County Job Fair - Walk-ins are welcome! When: Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 11:00am - 2:00pm Where: Reno/Sparks Convention Center - 4590 S. Virginia St., Reno, NV 89502 **POSITION:**Child and Youth Program Assistant CY01/02 **SCHEDULE:**Multiple Schedules - These are Regular Full-Time and Part-Time positions that are eligible for benefits. LOCATION: Herlong, CA SALARY:$18.70 - $22.68 per hour TO APPLY: Direct Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/866926400 Career Page: https://www.usajobs.gov/ Please note, employers may close jobs on the website at any time. SUMMARY: These positions are located at Sierra Army Depot, California. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 18 years of age Hold a high school diploma or equivalent. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing. Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required. A one year probationary period may be required. Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check. Favorably adjudicated background checks are required. Position is subject to immunization requirements as a condition of employment for working with children and youth. Employee is required to obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases in accordance with recommendations from the Advisory committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), which includes the influenza vaccine. Must pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physicals, thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease. For positions in Child Development Centers, possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs., walk, bend, stoop, and stand on a routine basis. The incumbent must have the visual and auditory capabilities to supervise children and youth, to comply with sight and sound supervision requirements, and to provide immediate responses when applicable. Incumbent is legally required to report all suspected incidents of child abuse/neglect. Must complete all DoW and Service training requirements within the specified time including orientation, initial, and annual ongoing training requirements, and any required certifications. Must maintain current CPR and First Aid certifications. May work an uncommon tour of duty to include evenings, weekends, and holidays to accommodate varying program operating schedules. Duties may involve working both indoors and outdoors. Occasional indoor and outdoor field trips may be required. At minimum a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) is required. Proof of education is required at the time of application. 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. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES: 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. Actively supervises and accounts for whereabouts and safety of children and youth during daily routines, indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings, and special events. Assists in implementing planned, developmentally appropriate activities, schedules, and routines for children/youth using prepared curriculum, activity plans, and materials which includes group and individual activities. Helps arrange for or serve appropriate snacks or meals. Identifies and responds to emergency situations including evacuations, child/youth illness, and physical and emotional needs. WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Duties may involve working both indoors and outdoors. Occasional indoor and outdoor field trips may be required. Must pass a pre-employment physical and subsequent physicals, thereafter, provide evidence of immunization and be free from communicable disease. Possess and maintain the physical ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs., walk, bend, stoop, and stand on a routine basis. Must have the visual and auditory capabilities to supervise children and youth, to comply with sight and sound supervision requirements, and to provide immediate responses when applicable. BENEFITS: 100% childcare fee discount for first child 25% childcare fee discount for second and subsequent child Sunday premium pay for regularly scheduled employees may be authorized Night differential pay may be authorized Regular Full-Time positions are eligible for leave accrual and benefits