Social Worker (SW) Child and Family Counselor Hospice

Job Summary

The best career is right here. St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring a Social Worker for a Child & Family Counselor position with the Hospice unit located at the Edgewood, Kentucky location. Shift & Hours: 1st shift; Full-time, 40 hours weekly.

Job Description

To be proactive in providing and expanding grief support and counseling to the pediatric population of our Hospice families. To enhance the bereavement care provided by Hospice to the children and their families in the community. To better fulfill the standards of the Hospice Bereavement Program, as set forth by the National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization in providing bereavement care to the whole family.

Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.

Minimum Requirements

• Education, Credentials, Licenses: Master's Degree in Social Work or Counseling. Licensed Clinical Counselor or Clinical Social Worker.
• Specialized Knowledge: Knowledge of counseling methodologies, child development stages, and group dynamics.
• People-oriented and possess basic counseling skills.
• Desire to work with children and adolescents in the area of grief and loss.
• Kind And Length Of Experience: 2 years of experience in clinical environment in which supervised counseling was offered. Experience in working with children within the realm of counseling or education.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules.
• Retirement savings with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs.
• Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility.

FLSA Status

Exempt Right Career. Right Here.

If you're looking for the right careers in healthcare, the right place to be is at St. Elizabeth. Join us, and you'll take pride in the level of care we offer our community.