What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cadre Team Leader position at Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy?
This position is located in the District of Columbia National Guard (DCNG), Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy (CGYCA), District of Columbia Government Operations. The mission of CGYCA is to intervene in and reclaim the lives of 16-18-year-old high school dropouts to produce program graduates with the values, life-skills, education, and self-discipline necessary to succeed as productive citizens.
The mission of DCGO is to provide exceptional customer support to DCNG, while serving the District, and the community. “Working Together Towards Tomorrow”.
The position functions as a Cadre Team Leader responsible for the direct supervision, care, and safety of the youth assigned to the residential program through strict adherence to established policies, procedures, and rules in the performance of daily activities.
MAJOR DUTIES
Performs routine custodial and developmental functions at the Academy. Responsible for the safety and care and training of cadets including eating, recreational, and work activities.
Monitors youth behavior and maintains awareness of cadets' emotional and physical needs. Maintains group control and watches for signs of problems and issues.
Coordinates and directs the training activities of the cadets. Supervises and participates in physical training and other sporting and cultural activities.
Transports cadets to various activities and appointments.
Oversees the general supervision and welfare of Cadets. Ensures the care and safety of youth assigned to the team; enforces security procedures. Provides guidance and direction to cadets and maintains logs and other documentation on activities that are planned daily.
Instructs cadets in selected military activities such as drills and ceremonies, military courtesy, standards of conduct, duty assignments, etc.
Provides counseling as needed. Resolves differences among residents and intervenes in youth altercations.
Conducts inspections of work and residential facilities to maintain compliance with safety guidelines and federal and local regulations.
Works with other shift supervisors, case managers, and other team members on planning and implementing schedules and activities.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $49,000.00 - $56,000.00 per year
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $49,000 - $56,000