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Commander, Navy Installations Command

$21.13 - $22.88/hr

Incumbent is a mandatory reporter to Family Advocacy and Child Protective Services as prescribed by ... Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with children, youth, and coworkers.

4KIDS

P/T Child & Youth Worker

Boca Raton, FL

Part Time Child amp; Youth Worker - Neighborhood Foster Homes Do you want a meaningful career providing Hope, Homes amp; Healing for children in foster care? 4KIDS is looking for a part time staff ...

Solid Ground

EMP Child & Youth Advocate

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$23 - $25/hr

Why You'll Love Working Here At the heart of Solid Ground is the belief that housing stability is ... Protection meetings related to Child Protective Services. * Monitor attendance and academic ...

V2X

$13 - $17.25/hr

The worker is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions, but not ... Enjoys working with children and youth. * Child Care National Agency Check (CNACI) is required ...

V2X

$13 - $17.25/hr

The worker is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions, but not ... Enjoys working with children and youth. * Child Care National Agency Check (CNACI) is required ...

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How much do child youth protection worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for child youth protection worker in the United States is $18.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Child Youth Protection Worker vs Child Welfare Case Manager?

AspectChild Youth Protection WorkerChild Welfare Case Manager
CredentialsRelevant social work or child protection certificationsSimilar certifications in social work or child services
Work EnvironmentChild protection agencies, social services officesChild welfare agencies, community organizations
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, non-profitsGovernment, non-profit organizations
Job FocusProtecting children from abuse/neglect, investigating reportsManaging cases, coordinating services for children and families

Both roles involve working within child welfare services and require similar credentials. However, Child Youth Protection Workers primarily focus on child safety and investigations, while Child Welfare Case Managers handle ongoing case management and service coordination. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in child protection services.

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Infographic showing various Child Youth Protection Worker job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 73% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,051 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Child & Youth Program Assistant

Everett, WA

US Department of the Navy
National Security • 10K+ employees
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$21.13/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist children and youth in engaging with activities, ensuring their safety and well-being.

  • Help children develop social skills, make healthy choices, and build self-help and school readiness skills.

  • Support children in exploring their environment and participating in developmentally appropriate activities.

United States Navy rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 381 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

CYP Assistants work directly with children and youth, keeping them actively engaged, well-cared for, and safe while participating in the CYP. The CYP Assistant's day includes helping children develop social skills such as making friends and conflict resolution; make healthy choices whether it be choosing nutritional snacks or appropriate recreational activities; build self-help and school readiness skills; and explore the environment around them.
Qualifications:

Resumes must include information which demonstrates experience and knowledge, skills, and ability (KSAs) as they relate to this position. Applicants are encouraged to be clear and specific when describing their experience level and KSAs.

A qualified candidate possesses the following:

Entry Level (CY-1702-01)

  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

  • Ability to complete all Department of the Navy (DoN) training requirements within the specified timeframe.

  • Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with children, youth, and coworkers.

  • Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.

Intermediate Level (CY-1702-01)

Entry Level abilities plus:

  • Knowledge of basic child and youth development principles to meet the physical, emotional, social, and intellectual development needs of children and youth.

  • Ability to implement developmentally appropriate principles and practices to provide high-quality direct care and education and development.

  • Ability to interpret a curriculum or activity plan.

  • Ability to follow written instructions.

  • Ability to plan and organize, and work cooperatively as a member of a team.

  • Ability to promote and foster effective working relationships with children, youth, and coworkers.

  • Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.

  • Six (6) months of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting.

Target Level (CY-1702-02)

Entry and Intermediate Levels' knowledge and abilities plus:

  • Knowledge of child and youth development principles in order to appropriately inform the efficient and effective program response to meet the needs of children and youth.

  • Skill to implement developmentally appropriate child and youth development principles, practices, and services in order to provide high-quality direct care and education for children and youth, either individually or within groups.

  • Skill to promote and foster effective working relationships with children, youth, and coworkers.

  • Skill to work cooperatively as a member of a team.

  • Skill in verbal communication in order to provide basic program information and explain CYP processes and procedures.

  • One (1) year of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting.

Education:

**Must provide a copy of your H.S. Diploma, GED, or College Transcripts (showing degree awarded/conferred) when you apply.**

Entry Level (CY-1702-01)

A successful candidate must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.

Note: Prior experience working with children and/or youth is preferred.

Intermediate Level (CY-1702-01)

A successful candidate must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent, have six (6) months of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting AND have the following:

Completion of Navy Entry Level training requirement (Army, Air Force, and Marine equivalent accepted).

Target Level (CY-1702-02)

A successful candidate must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent, possess one (1) year of experience working with children or youth in a child and youth setting AND have one of the following:

Completion of the DoD standardized training courses;

OR

A valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or Military School-Age (MSA) credential;

OR

A minimum of a 2-year degree in degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development, Youth Recreation, Physical Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Youth Development, or other field related to Pre-K or Primary Education.

Note: If your degree has not been awarded and/or you possess certificates of completion for DoD approved competency-based training courses, and/or a valid CDA/MSA credential(s), you MUST also provide a copy of your HS Diploma or equivalent.

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