Bereavement Counselor

About the role

Tidewell Hospice, a part of Empath Health, seeks a Bereavement Counselor to provide bereavement counseling and assessment for those affected by the loss of an Empath Health patient. An individualized bereavement plan of care is developed by the IDT and updated by the bereavement counselor as indicated. Family members, friends, and caregivers of a Hospice patient may receive ongoing bereavement follow-up for a minimum of 13 months following the death of the patient as requested.

Responsibilities

• Maintains an accurate system for identifying bereavement cases needing services and a tracking system for monitoring planned follow-up, adhering to the bereavement standards for timeliness of client contact.
• Performs a comprehensive bereavement assessment in collaboration with the IDT and develops a plan of care for those Hospice family or friends who are in need of bereavement services.
• Educates team and counselors about bereavement standards of practice and documentation in the area of bereavement and serves as an educational and training resource within the agency for staff on the subject of grief and loss.
• Provides support and ongoing education of bereavement volunteers including training, orientation, assigning and monitoring of assignments and documentation.
• Collaborates with designated bereavement volunteer coordinator as needed.
• Conducts bereavement support groups at a minimum of twice a year for the community.

Requirements

• Master’s degree (MSW, M.A. or MDiv) or equivalent; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Or Graduate theological education from an accredited institution of higher learning or accepted equivalency from certifying body
• Minimum of 2 units of Clinical Pastoral Education, 4 units preferred
• Board Certification from one of the established accrediting bodies for professional chaplaincy such as APC, NACC, NAJC and SCA preferred. Will consider Board Certified eligible with a commitment to complete the certification process within two years of employment.
• Licensure: LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or licensed eligible and actively seeking Florida licensure
• Valid Florida State Driver’s License
• Continuing Education: As required for licensure
• Two (2) years paid experience in Social Work/Counseling position with an emphasis on bereavement preferred

Qualifications

• Must have excellent skills in assessment, communication, organizational ability, self-motivation and technology.

Skills

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with clients.
• Knowledge of bereavement counseling techniques and grief support strategies.

Benefits

Empath Health offers competitive pay, benefits & wellness, industry-leading PTO, growth opportunities, and a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.