Direct Juvenile Support Worker

✨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 Lewisville Juvenile Treatment Center

(L.J.T.C) in Lewisville, Arkansas✨

The Lewisville Juvenile Treatment Center (L.J.T.C.), nestled in the serene setting of rural Lafayette County, is dedicated to transforming the lives of at-risk young males. Our structured environment promotes self-discipline, self-respect, and motivation. We are looking for passionate individuals who value education, personal growth, and the power of second chances. At L.J.T.C., you’ll join a committed team making a profound difference, inspiring and guiding youth toward success.

This isn’t just a job—it’s your chance to impact lives in a collaborative and supportive atmosphere.

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!

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: 3.5 days per week, 12-hour shifts

• A Shift – Sunday/Monday/Tuesday 7am-9m and Wednesday - 8am-2pm (1 hour break each day)
• B Shift – Thursday/Friday/Saturday 7am-9pm and Wednesday - 2pm-9pm (1 hour break each day)

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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Preferred

High School

Preferred

Experience working in corrections or with at‑risk youth a plus

Preferred

• Leader
  :
  Inspires teammates to follow them
• Team Player
  :
  Works well as a member of a group
• Dedicated
  :
  Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Preferred

• Work-Life Balance
  :
  Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
• Self-Starter
  :
  Inspired to perform without outside help
• Ability to Make an Impact
  :
  Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Preferred

Drivers License

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