(HIGH IMPACT) DIRECT JUVENILE SUPPORT WORKER

Rite of Passage; Bryant (AR); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k match

Paid time off

Job summary

Rite of Passage is hiring a Direct Juvenile Support Worker for the Arkansas Juvenile Assessment and Treatment Center (AJATC) in Bryant, AR. The role focuses on in-person safety, mentoring, and supporting youths in a secure residential setting.

No prior experience is required as training will be provided; candidates should be consistent, fair, punctual, motivated, and structure-oriented. Pay ranges from $17.75 to $18.82 per hour with overtime included.

Qualifications

• Provide in-person safety and security around-the-clock.
• Monitor and document behaviors and activities of youth.
• Support youth with personal, health, and educational needs.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with professional staff to meet each youth's treatment goals.
• Assist with educational, social, athletic and recreational activities.
• Participate in the High Impact Program with fidelity and consistency.

Skills

Mentoring

Safety awareness

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

(HIGH IMPACT) DIRECT JUVENILE SUPPORT WORKER

Job Category: Direct Student Care

Requisition Number: HIGHI017717

• Posted : July 21, 2026
• Full-Time
• 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) in 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. Schedule includes 4 hours of guaranteed overtime each pay period (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. This specific position works directly in our High Impact Program.

There is no previous experience required for this role, as training will be provided. We are looking for individuals that are consistent, fair, punctual, motivated, and structure-oriented. If you have prior experience in similar facilities, any military training and/or relevant education, you may be eligible to start above entry-level.

To be considered you should:

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Be at least 21 years of age
• 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
• Must meet the requirements to become an ROP eligible driver, including having a valid Driver's License

Schedule: 4 days on/3 off – 3 days on/4 off

A-Shift: Every Sunday through Tuesday, every other Wednesday
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

Goal Completion

Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

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

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Drivers License

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