Grief Counselor - Healing Hearts (Montrose location)

Job Description

Job Description

Grief Counselor – Montrose Bereavement Team | Monday–Friday 8am-5pm| $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, with flexibility for events
Location: Montrose, Colorado
Sign-On Bonus: $10,000
Pay Range: $34.35–$39.00/hour

Grief is one of the most naturally painful experiences we have as humans. As a bereavement counselor, you will find more than a job. You will find purpose, passion and pride in knowing that you've made someone's grief journey a little easier.

HopeWest is the only program of it's kind on the Western Slope, and one of the most innovative and respected programs in the country. This position offers a wonderfully balanced blend of flexible work and scheduling hours, in office and out of office, and creative utilization of evidenced-based counseling techniques. 

As a bereavement counselor for HopeWest, you will effect positive change in this wonderful community we call home and have a career that is more driven and purposeful than any job you've had.

JOB SUMMARY:
The Grief Counselor is responsible for providing counseling, education and support to bereaved clients who are coping with serious illness and/or death of a loved one through phone calls, counseling sessions and group support. This person will serve as a resource on psychosocial issues related to coping with a serious illness or grief for other staff and members of our community. The bereavement counselor will attend and facilitate summer camps and other bereavement events.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Master’s degree in counseling field and/or social work required.
• Experience: One year’s experience in counseling and grief work preferred. 
• Licenses and Certifications: Active and unrestricted Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist (LMFT) in the State of Colorado preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to set priorities, manage competing demands, and consistently follow through.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and respectfully in a wide range of situations, including highly emotional or stressful interactions.
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to clearly speak in front of a group.
• Facilitation of groups of individuals and or teams.

Benefits & Perks: 

• Mileage reimbursement of 65cents/mile for work related driving
• Cell phone and laptop provided for documentation
• Tuition Assistance/Personal Development program for advancing your career
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance effective the first of the month following start date
• Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program
• Immediate accrual of PTO and medical leave
• Employer paid life insurance 
• EAP & Disability
• 403b Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match
• 15% discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery, and Heirlooms locations

At HopeWest, we hold strong core values that are followed internally with staff as well as in the daily care of our patients & their loved ones. Employees of HopeWest are ambassadors that help continue our strong reputation in the communities we serve. If you want to feel honor and pride in the work that you do, while supporting a meaningful mission, come join our HopeWest Team!    


Together, through creativity, volunteerism, and philanthropy we change the experiences of aging, illness, and grief – one family at a time.

HopeWest honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. This position will remain open until filled.