HOSPICE FAMILY SUPPORT COUNSELOR - Liberty Healthcare Management : Job Details

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AtLiberty Hospicewe understand the unique needs of our patients and families facing terminal illness. That is why Liberty Hospice provides our hospice patients with state-of-the-art care and pain management services, delivered by our specially trained staff with emphasis on strength, dignity and compassion.

We are currently seeking an experienced:

HOSPICE FAMILY SUPPORT COUNSELOR

Job Description:

• Assesses the bereaved prior to and after the death of the patient.
• Manages the bereavement services program utilizing Hospice staff and volunteers.
• Plans, implements and facilitates bereavement support groups for hospice families and the community.
• Provides monthly reporting of bereavement services to Psychosocial Coordinator, Operations Manager and Patient Care Coordinator.
• Assists in providing community education on end of life issues as appropriate.
• Educates staff on ongoing grief resources, education and issues for increased knowledge.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in human services field such as social work, psychology, counseling or related field with experience and education in death and dying and the grief process; Masters degree preferred.
• Proficiency in writing and oral communication.
• Knowledge and skill with computer software programs to include Word, Excel.
• Good organizational skill and the ability to work efficiently with people.
• Experience in group facilitation and support intervention.
• Knowledge of the stages and reactions to grief and grief work.

Visit www.libertyhomecare.com for more information.Background checks/drug-free workplace.EOE.

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