PARAPROFESSIONAL
About the role
Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Paraprofessional at The Dermott Juvenile Treatment Center (D.J.T.C) in Dermott, Arkansas. The Dermott Juvenile Treatment Center offers a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to helping at-risk young males (ages 18-21) build a brighter future. As the only program of its kind in Arkansas, we create a structured environment that fosters self-discipline, self-respect, and motivation, empowering youth to grow into successful young adults. Our center offers a comprehensive approach that includes an on-site school, vocational training, library, clinical and medical services—everything necessary to help students develop both the academic skills and life skills they need for success.
Responsibilities
- Create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve
- Support education and personal growth of at-risk young males
- Help students develop academic skills and life skills for success
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
Pay
$18.01 - $18.82 per hour based on education and experience.
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
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