JUVENILE SUPPORT WORKER

Rite of Passage INC; Harrisburg (AR); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company-paid Life Insurance within 90d

401(k) match up to 6%

Paid Time Off

Bonus: $1,000 after Essentials Skills

Job summary

Rite of Passage INC in Harrisburg, AR seeks compassionate staff to provide around-the-clock safety, security, and support for at-risk youth at the Harrisburg Juvenile Treatment Center.

You will mentor residents, support their education and personal development, participate in activities, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized treatment plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 21 years of age or older.
• Ability to pass criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB tests.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person safety and security around the clock.
• Address the physical, personal, and health needs of each youth through individual mentoring and skill development.
• Create a supportive atmosphere for the youth’s needs; monitor and document behaviors and activities.
• Participate in educational, social, athletic, and recreational activities with residents.
• Collaborate with other professional staff to establish and meet the goals of each youth’s treatment plan.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The Harrisburg Juvenile Treatment Center provides a trauma-responsive program for at-risk young females, supporting personal and academic growth. The facility aims to empower residents to build skills for a successful future and to foster education, personal development, and second chances.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-person safety and security around the clock.
• Address the physical, personal, and health needs of each youth through individual mentoring and skill development.
• Create a supportive atmosphere for the youth’s needs; monitor and document behaviors and activities.
• Participate in educational, social, athletic, and recreational activities with residents.
• 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 criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB tests
• 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, 7:00 AM–9:00 PM. B Shift – Thursday/Friday/Saturday, 7:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Pay and Benefits

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

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and company-paid Life Insurance within 90 days; 401(k) match up to 6% after 1 year; Paid Time Off that accrues.

Bonus: $1,000 bonus upon completion of Essential Skills.

Location

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

Application

Apply to join a group of passionate advocates dedicated to helping youth build brighter futures.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.