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JUVENILE DETENTION DIRECT CARE WORKER

Rite of Passage
Nashville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026
✨Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Juvenile Detention Direct Care Worker at the Davidson County Juvenile Detention Center (D.C.J.D.C.) in Nashville, Tennessee

The Davidson County Juvenile Detention Center is located in Downtown Nashville, right next to the Tennessee Titans stadium, we are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive environment for at-risk youth. As part of our team, you’ll help provide care and supervision for young individuals awaiting trial, offering a mix of education, counseling, medical and recreation services. You’ll monitor activities, document behavior, and assist in various programs to support the growth and development of youth aged 12-18. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and ensuring safety and security, we want you to be part of our team!

Pay: $20.50 - $21.50 per hour based on education and experience. Schedule includes 4 hours of guaranteed overtime each pay period

Perks & Benefits: $1000 dollar bonus after the completion of ROP Core Practice training (90 days), 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 and more! ROP-benefits-and-perks-2

What you will do: A Juvenile Direct Care Worker provides in person safety and security around-the-clock. In this role, you will provide for the physical, personal and health needs of each youth through individual mentoring and skill development. Juvenile Corrections Officer provide an atmosphere that is supportive of the youth’s needs; monitor and document behaviors and activities; and participate and assist with educational, social, athletic and recreational activities. Juvenile Corrections Officer will collaborate with other professional staff to establish and meet the goals of each youth's treatment plan.

To be considered you should: 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.

Schedule: 4 days on/3 off – 3 days on/4 off

Day Shift: 7am – 8pm (12-hour shift *1 hour break *) Night Shift: 7pm – 8am (12-hour shift *1 hour break *)

Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!

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 Juvenile Support Worker, 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.

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