(NIGHT SHIFT) DIRECT JUVENILE SUPPORT WORKER

Willard Peak; Bryant (AR); Hybrid; USD 50,861,000 - 53,928,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance within 90 

401k match up to 6%

Paid time off

Job summary

Rite of Passage is seeking a Night Direct Juvenile Support Worker at AJATC in Bryant, AR. You will provide in-person safety and support for youth in a secure residential setting, including mentoring and helping with daily living and educational activities.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, being 21+, and the ability to pass multiple background checks and screenings. Schedule features 4 days on/3 off, night shift 8pm–8am, with an overtime guarantee per period.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Background check, drug test, TB test requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 safety and security for youth.
• Support physical, personal and health needs through mentoring and skill development.
• Document behaviors and activities and assist with educational, social and recreational activities.
• Collaborate with professional staff to meet each youth's treatment plan.

Skills

Safety awareness

Mentoring

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

(NIGHT SHIFT) DIRECT JUVENILE SUPPORT WORKER

Job Category: Direct Student Care

Requisition Number: NIGHT018026

• Posted : October 9, 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 Night 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 and Part-Time Available

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

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!

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.

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

Night Shift: 8pm - 8am (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

Ability to Make an Impact

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

Job Security

Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

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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