Juvenile Support Worker

Direct Juvenile Support Worker – The Harrisburg Juvenile Treatment Center (H.J.T.C.), Harrisburg, Arkansas

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth. 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 creates an environment where young women can rebuild their lives and develop the skills necessary for a successful future. By offering the necessary resources for academic, vocational, and emotional development, we aim to give our residents the tools they need to thrive.

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

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company‑paid Life Insurance within 90 days
• 401(k) match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment
• Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues
• 1,000‑dollar bonus upon completion of essential skills

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. You will create an atmosphere that supports the youth’s needs; monitor and document behaviors and activities; and participate and assist with educational, social, athletic, and recreational activities.

You will collaborate with other professional staff to establish and meet the goals of each youth’s treatment plan.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 21 years of age
• Ability to pass a criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB test
• Ability to pass a search of the child and adult abuse central registry

• 4 days per week, 10‑hour shifts
• A Shift – Sunday/Monday/Tuesday: 7 AM–9 PM
• A Shift – Wednesday: 7 AM–3 PM
• B Shift – Thursday/Friday/Saturday: 7 AM–9 PM
• B Shift – Wednesday: 1 PM–9 PM