HIRING EVENT - Work with kids! April 9th

KidsPeace Childrens Hospital; Orefield (PA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A children's healthcare provider in Orefield is hosting a hiring event for Direct Care Staff. The roles involve providing supervision to children, assisting with daily activities, and fostering a supportive environment. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications, and there are opportunities for professional development and advancement. Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package are offered, making this an excellent opportunity for those passionate about child care.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree in Mental Health or related field preferred.
• Experience with acute emotionally challenged children or adolescents preferred.
• Associates Degree or 60 college credit hours plus 3 years of work experience with children is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision and support to children.
• Assist with routines, activities, and skill-building.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and structured environment.

Skills

Experience with challenged children

Ability to provide supervision

Team collaboration

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Mental Health or related field

Associates Degree or 60 college credit hours

Job description

HIRING EVENT - Work with kids! April 9th FEATURED

Orefield, PA

Multiple Options Available , Day/Evening with weekends/OT as needed

🌟 Hiring Event: Direct Care Staff (Working with Children)

We’re excited to announce that we are hosting a Hiring Eventfor thosewho are passionate about supporting and enriching the lives of children in our care.

Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026
Time:10AM-5PM
Location: 4085 Independence Drive, Schnecksville PA 18078
Hiring for Orefield Campus

Virtual Interviews available for those unable to attend in person

Our program primarily focuses on implementing behavioral changes to assist with a successful reintegration into the home, family, and community.As a Direct Care Staff member, you will:

• Provide daily supervision and support to children
• Assist with routines, activities, and skill-building
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and structured environment
• Work closely with a supportive team to ensure high-quality care

💼 What We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Training and professional development
• Opportunities for advancement

On-the-Spot Interviews & Conditional Offers!

Applicants may meet with hiring managers during the event and could receive same-day conditional offers.

Providing direct supervision and direction to emotionally and behaviorally challenged children and adolescents in a compassionate and respectful manner. This includes requiring an unwavering commitment to the safety of kids and being aware of all ongoing developments and concerns, on a daily basis, of all children in their care. This responsibility also includes demonstrating the ability to distinguish between discipline and punishment as well as seeing past a child’s surface behavior to recognize the children in need of help.

Summer Unit Aide - Full Time (3PM-11PM) $18.50-$22.00

Providing physical coverage, guidance and directions to emotionally and behaviorally challenged children in a residential unit setting during the summer months. A Summer Unit Aide learns to demonstrate a variety of counseling and parenting skills that support the formation of trusting, supportive relationships with the children.

Summer Education Aide / Teacher Aide - Full Time (7AM-3PM) $15.00-$18.00

Learns to demonstrate a variety of de-escalation and supportive skills which foster a trusting, supportive relationship with the children. The Summer Education Aide will be actively participating in a variety of educational program needs, including, but not limited to, classroom learning and activities, assisting in facilitating group activities, and other programming needs.

Qualifications: For above positions

• High School graduate or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree in Mental Health or related field preferred.
• Experience with acute emotionally challenged children or adolescents preferred.

Assistant House Managers - Full Time (3PM-11PM) $22.75-$23.75

Responsible for assisting in the administrative coordination of the Residential Unit. This also includes assisting in the overall functioning of the unit, including staff performance, the quality of the unit program, and any emergencies that may occur.

Qualifications: AssociatesDegree or 60 college credit hours plus 3 years of work experience with children is required, OR Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college in Mental Health or Human Services field plus 1 year of work experience with children is required

To schedule an interview, please submit an application and a recruiter will follow up with you.

KidsPeace is the employer of choice in the mental and behavioral healthcare field. As a KidsPeace associate, you can expect the following:

• Competitive compensation structures and the opportunity for associates to gather valuable practical experience and advance careers much more quickly than at other providers.
• Generous paid time off that we actively encourage our associates to use which promotes a work/life balance.
• Tuition assistance and a student loan forgiveness program to ensure that when you work to improve your ability to help our clients, you can rely on KidsPeace to support you.
• Comprehensive benefits package including life and disability insurance as well as pet insurance!
• An organizational culture filled with respect and the comradery of like-minded colleagues who live the mission to Give Hope, Help and Healing to Children, Adults and Those Who Love Them.

KidsPeace is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting workforce diversity.