JUVENILE SUPPORT WORKER

Rite of Passage; Harrisburg (AR); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company-paid Life Insurance within 90,

401(k) match up to 6% after 1 year

Paid Time Off accrual

1,000-dollar bonus upon completion of

Job summary

The Harrisburg Juvenile Treatment Center is seeking a Direct Juvenile Support Worker to provide safety, care, and mentorship for at-risk youth. You will support physical, personal, and health needs and help youth participate in education, activities, and treatment plans.

This role offers benefits including medical/dental/vision, life insurance, retirement match, paid time off, and a $1,000 bonus after essential skills. Schedule is four 10-hour shifts weekly, on-site in Harrisburg, AR.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Criminal background check, drug test, TB test required.
• Ability to pass abuse central registry search.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person safety and security around the clock.
• Mentor and support physical, personal, and health needs; document behaviors.
• Participate in educational, social, athletic, and recreational activities; collaborate with staff to meet treatment goals.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Direct Juvenile Support Worker – The Harrisburg Juvenile Treatment Center (H.J.T.C.), Harrisburg, Arkansas

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth. The Harrisburg Juvenile Treatment Center is dedicated to providing at‑risk young females with a comprehensive, trauma‑responsive program that fosters both personal and academic growth. Our facility creates an environment where young women can rebuild their lives and develop the skills necessary for a successful future. By offering the necessary resources for academic, vocational, and emotional development, we aim to give our residents the tools they need to thrive.

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
• Company‑paid Life Insurance within 90 days
• 401(k) match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment
• Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues
• 1,000‑dollar bonus upon completion of essential skills

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. You will create an atmosphere that supports the youth’s needs; monitor and document behaviors and activities; and participate and assist with educational, social, athletic, and recreational activities. You will collaborate with other professional staff to establish and meet the goals of each youth’s treatment plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 21 years of age
• Ability to pass a criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB test
• Ability to pass a search of the child and adult abuse central registry

Schedule

• 4 days per week, 10‑hour shifts
• A Shift – Sunday/Monday/Tuesday: 7 AM–9 PM
• A Shift – Wednesday: 7 AM–3 PM
• B Shift – Thursday/Friday/Saturday: 7 AM–9 PM
• B Shift – Wednesday: 1 PM–9 PM