Summer Counselor

Make a difference every day by joining CCRES as a Summer Counselor through our partnership with Aaron's Acres!

LOCATION:

• New Holland Park: 400 E. Jackson Street, New Holland, 17557

CAMP DATES:

• Session 1: June 15 - June 26
• Session 2: July 6 - July 17
• Session 3: July 20 - July 31

Ability to work all 3 summer sessions (6 weeks total) OR will consider candidates who can work 1 or 2 sessions (2 weeks per session)

CAMP SCHEDULE:

• Monday through Friday with half AND full day options: 8:00am-1:00pm (half day) or 8:00-4:30pm (full day)

The hourly summer Counselor pay rate for new staff is $14.00/hour and $15.00/hour for returning staff.

BONUS INCENTIVES:

Provided Summer Counselors have completed their contracted summer employment, qualifying incentive(s) will be paid on or before September 1st.

• $250 for returning staff
• $650 all day, two sessions
• $1000 all day, three sessions

Staff Orientation is MANDATORY. You MUST be able to attend the Orientation meeting and all dates of program session. Please review the program dates and Staff Orientation dates before applying.

Orientation Dates: (All Staff)
*TBD end of May / early June

Location for all trainings: 
Manheim Farm Show Building (across from the Manheim Community Pool)
504 Adele Ave, Manheim, 17545

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspire and motivate each child to engage fully in a variety of activities within the program, while promoting their independence.
• Ensure the safety of all children in the group by maintaining constant supervision.
• Collaborate with fellow team members to contribute to the planning of summer programs.
• Provide constructive feedback to the group leader to help assess and achieve the goals and outcomes for the children during program sessions.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures outlined by the Aaron’s Acres administrative team, including safety protocols for participants, volunteers, and staff.
• Participate in all mandatory staff meetings.

Requirements

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Undergraduate students studying social work, special education, music therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, psychology or other related field - preferred
• Prior experience working with school-aged children in a licensed, certified, or registered provider setting - preferred

CREDENTIALING :

PAID CLEARANCES -Eliminating upfront costs for required PA clearances!

• PA Child Abuse (Act 151) Clearance
• PA Criminal (Act 34) Clearance
• PA Department of Human Services FBI
• Education Documentation - Diploma OR Official Transcripts

Benefits

• Employees scheduled for 30+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits
• Employer paid medical base plan!
• Employees scheduled for 20+ hours per week are eligible for dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits: Life insurance, short-term disability, accidental, critical illness, hospital indemnity, Norton Life Lock identity protection
• 403 (b) Retirement Savings Plan - up to 3% employer match
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition discounts through educational partnerships
• Milestone service awards
• Employee referral bonus

ABOUT CCRES:

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, CCRES Educational and Behavioral Health Services is an organization of dedicated and highly-trained staff members who provide quality services to schools, children, adults, and families. We work collaboratively with school districts, intermediate units, and the behavioral health system.

MISSION STATEMENT:

The mission of CCRES is to ensure quality educational and human service programs for children, families, and schools. Through innovative partnerships, we provide human resources and grant opportunities.

APPLY TODAY FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION!

CCRES is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

(Posted 2/13/26, TY)