Direct care worker

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Coach Counselor $1000 Sign On Bonus Available

Do you want to help improve the lives of at-risk youth in your community?

Do you want to join a team of people who are hard-working and want to help others?

If this sounds like you, let’s talk! We’re hiring Direct Care Worker / Coach Counselors at Dermott Juvenile Treatment Center in Dermott, AR, an affiliate of Rite of Passage.

Our employees are dedicated and passionate individuals that are committed to inspiring positive change in the lives of youth.

Joining our team is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to create a meaningful career with a company driven by its powerful mission to make a difference.

Rite of Passage is a leading national provider of programs and opportunities for troubled and at-risk youth from social services, welfare agencies and juvenile courts.

With an emphasis on evidence-based practices and positive skill development, combined with our supportive and therapeutic approach, our organization is respected by industry experts as a highly effective solution for our youth.

Since 1984, over 25,000 youths have entered and completed our programs. ROP has built its reputation on running life-changing educational treatment programs that positively contribute to the community.

What you’ll do :

As a Coach Counselor, you’ll provide safety and around-the-clock supervision for the youth in our program, and provide an atmosphere that is supportive of the needs of the students.

You’ll monitor and document student behaviors and activities, participate and assist with educational, social, athletic and recreational activities, and work in collaboration with other professional staff to establish and / or meet the goals of each student’s treatment plan.

There is no previous experience required for this role. Training will be provided, but if you do have related experience and / or education, you may be eligible to start above entry-level.

To be considered, you should :

• Be empathetic, patient, and treat others with respect.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have a desire to work with troubled teens.
• Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test.

The Perks :

• A schedule that allows for more consecutive days off.
• Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance after 90 days of employment.
• Choice of supplemental benefits, including Short Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Eligible for 100% 401k match of up to 6% of your salary after 1 year of employment.
• Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues.
• Free Meals on shift.
• Employee incentives including On-The-Spot Bonuses, Rams Bucks, and Longevity Awards.
• Growth opportunities nationwide we have 40 programs in 16 states!
• Tuition Assistance.

Apply today and help us make a difference!

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

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 :

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact

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

Work-Life Balance

Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work :

Education

Required

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

Experience working with at-risk youth.

Licenses & Certifications

Last updated : 2024-05-15