Rite of Passage
AJATC
1501 Woody Drive
Bryant, AR 72022, USA
✨Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! The Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a
Guidance Counselor
in Bryant, Arkansas✨
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. We welcome ALL who are passionate about making a difference! So, come as you are and grow with us.
Pay : starting at $60,000 a year and increasing based on level of education and experience.
Perks & Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life Insurance within 30 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, and more!
What you will do As a Guidance Counselor, you will provide students with the tools and support they need to succeed in school and beyond. You’ll develop graduation and career plans, offer individual and group counseling, and prepare students for employment or post-secondary education. Working closely with case managers, families, and community partners, you’ll guide students through transitions, facilitate job readiness and life skills programs, and act as a mentor and positive role model every step of the way.
To be considered you should
Possess a minimum of a Master’s Degree
Possess current licensure in the state of Arkansas for Guidance & Counseling
Have case management experience
Prior experience dealing with juvenile placement agencies
Be at least 21 years of age
Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug test, physical, and TB test
Be able to pass a search of the child and adult abuse central registry
Schedule Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
About the Program 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 Guidance Counselor, 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.
Core Competencies
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.
Motivated – inspired to perform well by achieving tasks.
Goal Completion – inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks.
Work-Life Balance – inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work.
Growth Opportunities – inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility.
Ability to Make an Impact – inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization.
Education Bachelor's or better. Master’s or better.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
✨Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! The Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a
Guidance Counselor
in Bryant, Arkansas✨
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. We welcome ALL who are passionate about making a difference! So, come as you are and grow with us.
Pay : starting at $60,000 a year and increasing based on level of education and experience.
Perks & Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life Insurance within 30 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, and more!
What you will do As a Guidance Counselor, you will provide students with the tools and support they need to succeed in school and beyond. You’ll develop graduation and career plans, offer individual and group counseling, and prepare students for employment or post-secondary education. Working closely with case managers, families, and community partners, you’ll guide students through transitions, facilitate job readiness and life skills programs, and act as a mentor and positive role model every step of the way.
To be considered you should
Possess a minimum of a Master’s Degree
Possess current licensure in the state of Arkansas for Guidance & Counseling
Have case management experience
Prior experience dealing with juvenile placement agencies
Be at least 21 years of age
Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug test, physical, and TB test
Be able to pass a search of the child and adult abuse central registry
Schedule Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
About the Program 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 Guidance Counselor, 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.
Core Competencies
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.
Motivated – inspired to perform well by achieving tasks.
Goal Completion – inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks.
Work-Life Balance – inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work.
Growth Opportunities – inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility.
Ability to Make an Impact – inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization.
Education Bachelor's or better. Master’s or better.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
#J-18808-Ljbffr