CYS Virtual Recruitment Fair

CYS is looking to hire Child & Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) positions only. CYPA positions are available at Fort Drum and within all age ranges from 6 weeks to 18 years old. Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) positions are open to all qualified candidates eligible for appointments under U.S. employment conditions.

Ready to start a new career as a Child & Youth Program Assistant (CYPA) with great pay and benefits*? How does a $200 recruitment bonus upon appointment to the position sound PLUS an $800 retention bonus* at the six month mark? Starting on 20 July, 2021, you can pre-register for the CYS Virtual Recruitment Fair!

CYS employment also comes with:
• Career Progression
• Training tied to salary increases and promotions
• Access to Childcare
• Flexible Work Hours
• Insurance Coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life
• Paid Leave
• Travel Opportunities

Hourly rates of pay are based on qualifications:
• Entry Level: $13.53
• Skill Level: $14.80
• Target Level: $16.61

Qualifications and Conditions:
• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Communicate effectively in English (written & orally)
• Must be 18 or older at time of employment
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment and background checks
• Health assessment and immunizations
• Physical ability to lift 40lbs
• Walk, bend, stoop and stand on a routine basis

*Benefits: Employees in Flexible appointment categories are ordinarily not eligible for participation in additional benefits (401k, life, medical, and retirement), however upon satisfying specific work-hour criteria may be eligible for medical coverage participation.​​​​​​​
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*Recruitment and retention bonus: A $200 recruitment bonus will be paid to the applicant upon appointment to the position. An $800 retention bonus will be paid to the employee after 6 months of satisfactory employment. Eligibility for these incentives and bonus will be applicable to newly hired individuals selected from this Fair only.