(DAY SHIFT) DIRECT JUVENILE SUPPORT WORKER

Rite of Passage; Bryant (AR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life Insurance

401k match

Paid Time Off

Bonus after training

Job summary

Rite of Passage is hiring a Direct Juvenile Support Worker at AJATC in Bryant, AR to ensure safety and support for youth. The role involves mentoring youth, addressing daily needs, and supporting education and activities in a secure residential program.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or better and the ability to pass background and health screenings. Competitive benefits and a $1,000 training bonus are offered for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Be at least 21 years old.
• Bonus: prior experience is a plus but not required.
• Must pass criminal background check, drug test, TB test.
• Must pass child/adult abuse registry checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide around-the-clock safety and security for youth.
• Attend to physical, personal and health needs through mentoring and skill-building.
• Monitor and document behaviors and activities of youth.
• Engage youth in educational, social, athletic and recreational activities.
• Collaborate with staff to meet each youth’s treatment plan and promote teamwork.

Education

High School or better

Drivers License

Job description

(DAY SHIFT) DIRECT JUVENILE SUPPORT WORKER

Job Category: Direct Student Care

Requisition Number: DAYSH018024

• Posted : August 31, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $17.75 USD per hour

Locations

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AJATC
Bryant, AR 72022, USA

Description

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Direct Juvenile Support Worker at The Arkansas Juvenile Assessment and Treatment Center (AJATC) for our facilityin Bryant, Arkansas

AJATC is a secure residential program for at-risk male and female youth, located on 110 acres just outside of Little Rock, AR. Through our trained programming for staff, AJATC promotes a normalized high school experience, offers a safe environment and provides opportunities for positive change, as well as providing the unlimited potential for achievement and growth for students and staff. Our campus features residential student dormitories, on-site school and library, vocational training program, chapel, gymnasium, medical and an outdoor recreation area. We welcome ALL who are passionate about making a difference! So, come as you are and grow with us.

Pay: $17.75 - $18.82 per hour based on education and experience. Full-Time Schedule includes 4 hours of guaranteed overtime each pay period
Full-Time and Part-Time Available

BONUS: Receive a $1000 Bonus upon completion of Essential Skills Training with us!

(Full-Time Only) Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more! ROP-benefits-and-perks-2

What you will do: A Direct Juvenile Support Worker provides in person safety and security around-the-clock. In this role, you will provide for the physical, personal and health needs of each youth through individual mentoring and skill development. Direct Juvenile Support Workers provide an atmosphere that is supportive of the youth’s needs; monitor and document behaviors and activities; and participate and assist with educational, social, athletic and recreational activities. Direct Juvenile Support Worker will collaborate with other professional staff to establish and meet the goals of each youth's treatment plan. Programming focuses on building teamwork, accountability, and conflict resolution skills while encouraging peer interaction and community living.

To be considered you should: Possess a high school diploma or equivalent ~ Be at least 21 years of age ~ Prior experience is a PLUS, but not required ~ Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB test ~ Be able to pass a search of the child and adult abuse central registry.

Full-Time Schedule: 4 days on/3 off – 3 days on/4 off

Day Shift: 7am – 8pm (12-hour shift *1 hour break *)

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Direct Juvenile Support Worker, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Work-Life Balance

Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Drivers License

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