Bereavement Counselor

Bereavement Counselor Pathways Hospice has an immediate opening for a Bereavement Counselor. Location : Ft. Collins, CO Status : Full-time Schedule : Monday-Friday, 40 hours Pay Range : $58,718 - $66,164 annually Supplemental Pay : Based on position, schedule and/or availability: Paid Mileage, Shift Diffs, Stipends, Overtime Mileage and Expense Reimbursement : Sixty-two and a half cents per mile – one of the highest in the industry! CULTURE, BENEFITS AND PERKS We value engagement, community, and outreach initiatives and know it matters for our team members and our patients. We provide welcoming and supportive care to our patients and a work environment where all team members feel respected and valued. We support a culture of work-life balance and provide team members with two, free, confidential and robust benefit programs designed to provide solutions to the logistical and financial problems that arise in life. Employer pays over 90% of employee medical premium in some plans Health Savings Account (HSA) with significant Employer Funding: Single $1,000, Family $2,000 Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO/Vacation Pay): 18 days in the first year for FT team members Seven Paid Holidays with an additional Floating Holiday 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match: 50% match up to 8% of total compensation Company-Paid Life and AD&DD Insurance Education Reimbursement Program Clinical Career Ladders Certification Pay Team Member Service Awards Early Wage Access Legal and Identity Protection Robust Leadership Development Training Programs REWARDING WORK YOU WILL DO Provides grief counseling and support to bereaved children, adults and families, as well as persons with a serious illness. Delivers continuity of care between the direct-care and the bereavement components of hospice services. Facilitates bereavement support groups and community outreach programs. Ability to provide emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual support and services provided before and after the death of the patient to assist with issues related to grief, loss, and adjustment. Conducts bereavement and ongoing assessments with proficiency and in a timely manner based on risk indicators for families/caregivers. Develops and maintains bereavement plan of care for families in consultation with interdisciplinary team. Provides crisis intervention, counseling, follow-up calls and referrals to community resources as needed. Researches, organizes, directs and coordinates special grief and support services as assigned. Delivers grief counseling, education and support to the community, as available through support groups, presentations and debriefing calls. Follow up with Managers and/or Directors regarding reported complaints or matters of concern. Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned and/or as listed below for specific disciplines. WHAT WE ARE GOING TO LOVE ABOUT YOU Minimum Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related discipline. Minimum Experience: One to three years of experience as a counselor or social worker in a medical or mental-health setting (preferably home care or hospice); or, an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required License: Colorado licensure (provisional license or working toward licensure may be considered) in Social Work, Counseling, or related discipline preferred. Valid Colorado driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance in accordance with state statute. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to lift/carry a minimum of 30 lbs. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr