Hospice Bereavement Counselor - Gilchrist Inova

Under general supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Bereavement Counselor is a member of the Interdisciplinary Team and provides bereavement support services to families and the community. Responsibilities Provides bereavement support and counseling services within appropriate time frames as indicated on the bereavement care plan. Conducts and documents ongoing therapeutic assessments of individual and family bereavement needs in accordance with the Bereavement Care Plan. Provides short‑term crisis intervention and individual or family counseling focused on grief and loss to families served under Gilchrist Inova and to community members who have experienced the death of a loved one. Assists the Bereavement Care Supervisor and Team with community bereavement events and outreach projects as requested. Seeks input from IDT members regarding the bereavement care plan to obtain additional knowledge and support. Refers the family and community bereaved to appropriate community resources as needs are identified. Facilitates various bereavement psycho‑educational support groups. Documents all patient information in accordance with policies and procedures. Provides anticipatory grief support and counseling to patients and families if deemed appropriate by the IDT. Provides psycho‑educational presentations to community groups on loss, grief and related topics. Maintains annual agency services records. Accurately identifies and corrects errors, remaining careful, alert and detail‑focused. Facilitates community outreach and initiatives in response to traumatic or permanent grief and loss needs. Exhibits professional demeanor and objectivity. Provides bereavement care via face‑to‑face, telephone and virtual modalities. Models punctuality and regular attendance. Exhibits cost‑effective use of time, mileage and supplies. Demonstrates familiarity with and adherence to policies, procedures, state, federal and accrediting agency requirements. Provides notification of absence per policy. Promotes and maintains respect for rights, privacy and confidentiality of patients and staff. Participates in committees, task forces and events as requested. Attends staff meetings, mandatory in‑services and other meetings as appropriate or upon request. Assumes responsibility for own personal and professional growth, including state licensing and certification requirements. Understands and exemplifies hospice philosophy, values, beliefs and team concepts in all job‑related roles. Wears identification/name badge during working hours per policy. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or a related field. Experience: Clinical experience monitoring, intervening and providing time‑limited counseling to clients grieving a loss (including anticipatory grief and caregiver stress); experience in public speaking with groups of varying sizes; 3‑5 years working in a counseling or related field preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Mental health and bereavement knowledge; analytical skills for assessing client needs and planning interventions; strong time‑management skills; written and spoken English proficiency; interpersonal skills for engaging clients, volunteers, interns and community members. Licensure/Certification: LGSW/LMSW and LGPC required; LCSW or LCPC highly desired. Physical Requirements Ability to drive in rural, suburban and urban areas to provide grief counseling and support services. Ability to walk and climb stairs as appropriate. Ability to access partner facilities, schools and offices in the community. Working Conditions Work performed virtually, inside organization offices and in community settings under all weather conditions. Requires flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed. Pay Range Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs. Equal Employment Opportunity Gilchrist Inova and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr