JUVENILE SUPPORT WORKER

Rite of Passage Brand; Harrisburg (AR); On-site; USD 24,452 - 25,926; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k match up to 6% after 1 year

Paid Time Off

1,000-dollar bonus upon completion of Essential Skills

Job summary

Rite of Passage Brand is seeking a Direct Juvenile Support Worker for the Harrisburg Juvenile Treatment Center in Harrisburg, Arkansas. The position involves providing safety and security for at-risk young females and supporting their physical and personal needs through mentoring and skill development.

Qualified applicants should possess a high school diploma and be at least 21 years old. The role offers a starting pay of $17.75 - $18.82 per hour with benefits including health insurance and a 401k match.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Pass a criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB test.
• Pass a search of the child and adult abuse central registry.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person safety and security around the clock.
• Support the physical, personal, and health needs of each youth.
• Create an environment supportive of youth’s needs.
• Monitor and document behaviors and activities.

Skills

Mentoring

Behavior Monitoring

Documentation

Supportive Environment Creation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Category: Professional Student Services

Requisition Number: JUVEN017366

Locations

Harrisburg Juvenile Treatment Center, 1800 Pine Grove Lane, Harrisburg, AR 72432, USA

Job Title: Direct Juvenile Support Worker

The Harrisburg Juvenile Treatment Center is dedicated to providing at‑risk young females with a comprehensive, trauma‑responsive program that fosters personal and academic growth. The facility creates an environment where young women can rebuild their lives and develop the skills necessary for a successful future.

Pay

$17.75 - $18.82 per hour based on education and experience. Schedule includes 4 hours of guaranteed overtime each pay period.

Perks & Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life Insurance within 90 days; 401k match up to 6% after 1 year; Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues; 1,000‑dollar bonus upon completion of Essential Skills; and more.

What you will do

A Direct Juvenile Support Worker provides in‑person safety and security around the clock. In this role, you will support the physical, personal, and health needs of each youth through individual mentoring and skill development. You will create an environment that is supportive of the youth’s needs; monitor and document behaviors and activities; and assist with educational, social, athletic, and recreational activities. You will collaborate with other staff to establish and meet the goals of each youth’s treatment plan.

To be considered you should

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Pass a criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB test.
• Pass a search of the child and adult abuse central registry.

Schedule

4 days per week, 10‑hour shifts.

• Sunday/Monday/Tuesday: 7 AM‑9 PM.
• Thursday/Friday/Saturday: 7 AM‑9 PM.

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 create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self‑fulfillment.

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