Position Number: 22181415
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: July 16, 2026
Performs individual counseling and instruction to at-risk youth in the area of performance, personal problems, and behavioral problems.
Supervises and ensures physical safety and well-being of youth program participants.
Ensures safety and security of campus buildings and grounds.
Maintains records of student movement/facility functions with professionalism and in accordance with all laws/regulations/policies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
NOTE: This is a critical need position; therefore, the staff member must be able to work shifts that may include days, nights, weekends, holidays and during inclement weather events in order to provide coverage for a 24-hour facility.
- The duties of this position do not allow for remote work.
- This position will be working with at-risk youth; employees may be subject to verbal abuse from students.
- Transporting youth is required, so you must possess and must maintain a valid Arkansas Driver's License and meet the eligibility requirements covered by the state insurance policy (check your driver record points).
- Must wear a uniform and maintain military-style grooming and appearance.
This position is at the Division of Youth Services - Civilian Student Training Program Facility located at Camp Joe T. Robinson in North Little Rock, AR.
This position is eligible for a shift differential if assigned to either a mid shift or a night shift. Regular weekend duty schedules are eligible for a weekend shift differential.
Previous experience working with at-risk youth preferred.
The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.
Job Series: Social Services Programs - Career Path
Classification: Social Services Assistant
Class Code: SSP10P
Pay Grade: SGS02
Salary Range: $35,610 - $52,703
Minimum of six months of work experience in human services programs or public service. Required to have a background check and child/adult maltreatment registry check.
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
When you work for the State of Arkansas, you have the unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others through the delivery of critical services. Whether improving the lives of others through workforce development, critical infrastructure repair, foster care placement, emergency response, blockchain technology, or forestry preservation, state employees add significant value to the lives of all Arkansans.
