Social Worker (Part-time, Sunrise Camp)
Staten Island JCC
Staten Island, NY, USA
USD 50-100 / hour
Posted on Nov 22, 2025
Under the direction of the Director of Sunrise Experience, the JCC is seeking to hire a part-time Social Worker to facilitate a monthly peer-to-peer Parent Support Group for parents of children battling pediatric cancer.
The mission of the JCC’s Sunrise Experience program is to bring back the joys of childhood to children with cancer and their siblings. Sunrise accomplishes this through the creation and oversight of welcoming, inclusive summer day camps, year-round programs, and in-hospital recreational activities, all offered free of charge.
The Parent Support Group is a compassionate, trauma-informed space where families can connect with others who understand their journey. The Social Worker will guide monthly group discussions, provide emotional support, and help foster a caring, supportive community for Sunrise parents.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Part-time
The mission of the JCC’s Sunrise Experience program is to bring back the joys of childhood to children with cancer and their siblings. Sunrise accomplishes this through the creation and oversight of welcoming, inclusive summer day camps, year-round programs, and in-hospital recreational activities, all offered free of charge.
The Parent Support Group is a compassionate, trauma-informed space where families can connect with others who understand their journey. The Social Worker will guide monthly group discussions, provide emotional support, and help foster a caring, supportive community for Sunrise parents.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Facilitate a monthly parent support group using a trauma-informed, family-centered approach.
- Create a welcoming and confidential environment for parents to share their experiences.
- Develop session themes, discussion topics, and supplemental resources for families.
- Maintain communication with Sunrise Experience Director regarding attendance, needs, and follow-up items.
- Submit a brief written summary of each monthly session.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) required; LCSW preferred.
- Experience working with families facing medical trauma, chronic illness, or pediatric cancer strongly preferred.
- Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with the Sunrise Experience Director.
- Experience leading group counseling or parent support groups.