Bereavement Counselor - (LMSW or LCSW)

About the Role

Support Circle of Life's Bereavement Services program by providing counseling services to those suffering from grief associated with the loss (or anticipated loss) of a loved one. You may see clients of all ages and backgrounds.

Requirements

• LMSW or LCSW certification through the state of Arkansas without restrictions.
• Minimum of one year related clinical experience in a hospice, medical, or mental health setting.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in the areas of life-threatening and chronic illness, grief and loss, individual, family, and group counseling.
• Demonstrated knowledge of grief modalities, therapeutic interventions, and best practices.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, be discerning with information, and use good judgment in handling sensitive client or other information.
• Strong presentation skills and knowledge of community referral sources.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and/or group counseling to those grieving the death of a loved one (past or future) or living with a life-threatening or terminal illness.
• Prepare and maintain electronic clinical case files utilizing designated client tracking software; record client data and submit weekly clinical session logs/reports.
• Participate in staff, team, and relevant community meetings; contribute knowledge and experience to nurture a learning environment.
• Provide on-site and follow-up (both in person and via telephone) clinical interventions/consultations for hospice patients and families, including children and teens.
• Provide counseling to persons in crisis and critical incident, stress management, and bereavement services.
• Maintain communication with primary care physicians, clinicians, and/or other individuals significant in each care plan.
• Conduct initial assessments, maintain and update treatment plans as needed.
• Document contacts made with outside agencies and professionals as well as making referrals to community resources.
• Provide bereavement support for community members, debriefing, and participate in community presentations.
• Consult clinical supervision on an as-needed basis; provide supervision for MSW interns.
• Utilize the Electronic Medical Records system on a daily basis.
• Participate in program development of the department.
• Provide backup to the social work team.
• Support Circle of Life staff and community professionals with grief and loss issues as needed.
• Follow bereavement policies and procedures.
• Accountable for direct delivery of bereavement care services provided by Circle of Life Hospice.
• Assess, plan, implement, and document appropriate interventions.
• Demonstrate compassion, empathy, and patience when interacting with patients, families, co-workers, and members of the public. Represent Circle of Life to the community in a positive manner.
• Demonstrate flexibility, versatility, and a positive attitude in integrating additional duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.