Pickles Group is seeking virtual volunteer facilitators to support social-emotional programs for kids and teens (ages 6–18) whose parents or guardians are navigating cancer or who have experienced the loss of a parent or guardian to cancer.
Volunteers will help facilitate the 5-week Connect Over Cancer summer program, which takes place on Sunday afternoons beginning in July. This is a flexible, clinician-observed opportunity designed to support youth while also offering career-relevant experience.
Qualifications:
- Graduate-level students or similarly qualified individuals in Child Life, Nursing, Oncology, Social Work, Psychology, or related fields
- At least one year of experience working with children and families
- Age 21 or older
- Ability to pass a background check
- Must be located in the United States
Training requirement: All new volunteers must attend one virtual training session:
- Wednesday, July 8, 2026 (5–7 p.m. CT)
Application timeline: Summer session applications are due in mid-June (see application for details and final deadlines).
Learn more and apply: Complete the Youth Facilitator Application and review the Virtual Youth Facilitator Role details.
Contact: Daniella Feijoo at daniella@picklesgroup.org