Bereavement Specialist - Hospic

About the role

This position provides and coordinates bereavement services and some spiritual care to HHC patients/families; also available to staff for bereavement/spiritual support. This position is designated as a safety sensitive position. It is available for educational outreach and support to the community at large. The position will assist with and participate in scheduled memorial services as needed.

Responsibilities

• Help manage, update, edit, and correct the bereavement activity with our software system to ensure accuracy.
• Be in charge of corporate bereavement mail process by either carrying out the duties themselves or overseeing volunteers for carrying out the duties.
• Ensure the timeliness of our bereavement mail.
• Contact bereaved clients and offer support as part of your role as a bereavement specialist, referring bereavement counseling needs to the Bereavement Coordinator.
• Aid the Lead Chaplain in auditing the bereavement files and ensuring the best delivery of care.
• Help lead and develop a bereavement volunteer program for our company.
• Attend required monthly meetings for Chaplains and other meetings required by supervisor or corporate offices.
• Participate as requested in office memorial services, open-houses, and office memorial picnics for bereaved families.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Two years graduate work in ministry and/or CPE training or the equivalent preferred.
• Experience in ministry/pastoral work or bereavement training.
• No formal pastoral care/bereavement care experience is required.
• One year of Hospice experience is preferred.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Attention to detail in composing, typing, and proofing materials.
• Excellent spelling, grammar, and written communication skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to respond to Supervisor, patients, and families.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, and establish facts.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and other software programs.

About Our Line of Business

Haven Hospice brings high-quality care to the warmest and most serene environment possible: home. We provide the full spectrum of hospice services, tailored to the individual needs of patients and families. As an affiliate of Adoration Health, we are committed to providing quality patient care and supporting our agency leadership and teams. We are proud to have dedicated health care professionals on our team and confident that you will find purpose, meaning, and a chance to make a positive impact from day one. For more information, please visit www.havenhospice.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Special Notice

This position is subject to a level 2 background screening. For more information on the Florida state background screening process and standards, please access and review the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.