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Instructional Aide (Pre-Employment Transition Services) - Jonesboro

Instructional Aide (Pre-Employment Transition Services) - Jonesboro

Arkansas Quality TherapyHarrisburg, AR, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Description : $16 - $18 / hour

Part-Time

Services rendered at Harrisburg Juvenile Treatment Center

Job Summary :

The AQT Instructional Liaison will professionally guide cohorts who have been charged with a crime or are otherwise demonstrating pre-delinquent behaviors. AQT Instructional Liaison will assist cohorts with the knowledge of gaining employment and model on-the-job work experience.

Duties / Responsibilities :

  • Assesses each cohort situation and needs based on willingness to return to their communities and gain skillful employment / trade.
  • Identifies a variety of resources and methods to help cohorts avoid committing more crimes and provides opportunities to assist them in becoming responsible citizens.
  • Coordinates a variety of services such as crisis intervention, educational services and youth mentoring.
  • Acts as liaison with cohorts regarding employment and / or vocational training.
  • Sets guidelines for the behavior and actions of cohorts and recommends removal from program when those expectations are not met.
  • Establishes and maintains detailed monthly records for each cohort; evaluates behavior during classroom interactions and makes related recommendations to AQT Admin team.
  • Educates and informs the cohorts on youth programs and services available in the area or their area they will be released to.
  • Maintains current knowledge and list of community resources and services available to assist and rehabilitate juveniles and their families.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements :

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational and critical-thinking skills.
  • Ability to stay calm in difficult and emotional situations and to inform / educate troubled youth.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

    • Education and Experience :

  • High School Diploma
  • Two years of related experience with at-risk adolescents highly preferred

    • Physical Requirements :

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
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    Instructional Aide • Harrisburg, AR, US