Provide behavioral support for childhood cancer patients as a Camper Care Specialist

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children affected by cancer? We are looking for dedicated volunteer leaders to join our mission of providing free, fun, and supportive camp experiences to these amazing kids.

As a leader of our Oncology Camp program, you will have the tangible opportunity to create unforgettable memories, foster friendships, and be a source of strength and joy for campers. You'll also be part of a compassionate and enthusiastic team dedicated to empowering children to just be kids. Whether you’re looking to build your resume, gain professional references, or simply wanting to use your leadership skills in a new way, this is a unique, hands-on opportunity you’ll never forget.

About This Role:

We are seeking a Camper Care Specialist to help us support our campers’ unique needs throughout the week at Oncology Camp 2026. As a member of our camp leadership team, you will get the unique opportunity to help create and lead a much-needed camp experience that helps childhood cancer patients and survivors receive the personalized support they deserve.

What is Oncology Camp?

Oncology Camp is a one-of-a-kind program designed to address the unique challenges that childhood cancer patients face. Our 2026 program will take place in Groton, MA, August 16-22. All of our camps are offered free-of-cost to our families to help combat the long-term challenges of childhood cancer.

Specific Responsibilities

Prior to your camp session, you will be responsible for working with our Program Director to review camper records, identify potential behavioral challenges, and suggest solutions to best support these children during the week of camp. During your camp session, you will serve as a member of the camp’s Leadership Team, providing additional support where needed to help children with behavioral and mental health challenges thrive in the camp environment. Most importantly, you will get the unique opportunity to help give childhood cancer patients and survivors an incredible week of camp: feeling understood, having fun, and building friendships to last a lifetime.

Strong candidates will possess the following qualifications and skills:

• 21+
• Fully vaccinated for COVID-19
• Able to pass a background check (provided by Camp Casco)
• Able to commit to the full camp session in August 2026 (August 16-22) in Groton, MA
• Experience providing childcare
• Experience working with children with behavioral challenges in a classroom or clinical setting
• A degree in child psychology, childhood development, or social work preferred
• Kind and supportive management style
• Great communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, such as conflict resolution
• Not afraid to get silly and have fun to make a kid smile
• Determined to help us make this camp session our best one yet!

Expectations & Commitment:

Most of the preparation and planning can be done remotely and around your own schedule. Applicants must be able to commit to attending every day of the in-person camp session in Groton, MA (August 16-22, 2026). Applicants should be able to commit to help with this role through the execution of the camp session in 2026.

Benefits:

• Build Your Resume
• Volunteering with us is a great way to set yourself apart from other candidates! Our camp leaders must be able to take initiative and lead, and work as a cohesive member of our team, demonstrating a wide range of leadership skills. You’ll also meet many other volunteers in a variety of industries, growing your professional network. Volunteers will also gain professional references and recommendations from the Camp Casco to strengthen your next application and help you reach your career goals.
• Strengthen Your Skills
• Serving as a leader at Camp Casco can help you use your existing skills in a creative new way. Teachers and childcare professionals may get to enjoy interacting with kids without the pressures of a school curriculum, for example, or pre-health students may learn more about caring for kids with a variety of medical needs. It can also help you learn new skills, like teamwork, leadership, or conflict resolution. Camp provides ample opportunities to develop skills that will continue to benefit you in the real world.
• Gain New Perspectives
• Camp brings together a variety of people with a variety of life experiences. You may never have seen a child with a port scar before, or heard a sibling talk about the emotional weight of seeing their brother go through countless painful treatments as a child. You will gain unique insights into the world of pediatric cancer and the many ways it impacts patients and their families. It’s also common to see a lot of kindness and joy at camp - a refreshing reminder of all of the goodness that exists in our loud and chaotic world.
• Have A Blast!
• At the end of the day, our camps are about having fun. Away from your desk and electronics, you’ll spend time laughing and getting messy, singing camp songs, and getting to know of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. It’s not uncommon for volunteers to leave with lasting memories and friendships, just like our campers do.