Trauma-Informed Juvenile Support Specialist

Rite of Passage; 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

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Harrisburg, AR 72432, 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 Harrisburg Juvenile Treatment Center (H.J.T.C) in Harrisburg, Arkansas✨

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 is designed to create an environment where young women can rebuild their lives and develop the skills necessary for a successful future. Our goal is to empower young women to grow into successful, resilient adults. By offering the necessary resources for academic, vocational, and emotional development, we aim to give our residents the tools they need to thrive. If you are dedicated to fostering education, personal growth, and second chances, join us at The Harrisburg Juvenile Treatment Center, so together we can help create brighter futures for the young women in our care.

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 of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more!

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. 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.

Schedule: 4 days per week, 10-hour shifts

A Shift – Sunday/Monday/Tuesday - 7AM-9pm

B Shift -Thursday/Friday/Saturday - 7AM-9PM

Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!

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.

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Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Leader

Leader

: Inspires teammates to follow them

Team Player

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred

Growth Opportunities

: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Ability to Make an Impact

Ability to Make an Impact

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

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