(DAY SHIFT) DIRECT JUVENILE SUPPORT WORKER

Rite of Passage•Bryant, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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. Programming focuses on building teamwork, accountability, and conflict resolution skills while encouraging peer interaction and community living. 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Prior experience is a PLUS

Responsibilities

Provide in person safety and security around-the-clock
Provide for the physical, personal and health needs of each youth through individual mentoring and skill development
Provide an atmosphere that is supportive of the youth’s needs
Monitor and document behaviors and activities
Participate and assist with educational, social, athletic and recreational activities
Collaborate with other professional staff to establish and meet the goals of each youth's treatment plan
Create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth