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5-B-5. d. Supervision: Management of the facility, including
collection of fees and budgeting will be at the
direction of the MWR officer in coordination with the
unit commanding officer. Non-appropriated funds
shall be used for any salary for caretaker or
housekeeping services.
6. Youth Activities.
a. Description: The Youth Activities Program provides
wholesome, constructive recreational activities which
contributes to the mental and physical well-being of
military dependents. The program may include the use
of unit facilities for self-directed activities and
may provide such directed activities as team sports,
clubs, dances, tours, field trips, and community
service projects. Units with a large population of
personnel living on-base may have a community center
to serve as focal point for these activities.
C. User Fees: It is appropriate to charge user fees to
defray costs of youth activities. Contributions are
also a source of revenue to pursue in support of such
activities.
d. Supervision: Trained leadership on a continuing
basis influences the success of the Youth Activity
Programs more than any other factor. Where warranted
by the size and scope on the overall Youth Activity
Program, the employment of a full or part-time
recreation specialist is recommended. This employee
should be under the supervision of the MWR officer
and should be responsible for providing technical
guidance, supervision, development, and conduct of
the program. This position may be augmented by
employing additional personnel on a full/part-time or
seasonal basis to supervise such activities as youth
centers, sports, crafts, and social activities.
Assistance by military and civilian volunteers is
essential to the success of the program. Maximum
emphasis should be placed in the recruitment and use
of parents as volunteers to assist with activities
for all age groups. A successful Youth Activities
Program can be achieved only through continuous
support by parents providing volunteer services.
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