BEREAVEMENT COUNSELOR -ORANGE COUNTY

Job Description

Job Description

A career at United Hospice, Inc. provides an opportunity to be part of a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated team committed to providing the highest quality of care to our patients and their families.

At United Hospice, we are dedicated to honoring life, giving care, and bringing comfort to our patients and families. We envision a community in which all individuals and their loved ones facing serious illness retain their dignity and hope while receiving the best care and support that hospice has to offer. United Hospice, Inc. is currently seeking a full-time Bereavement Counselor to join our team.

Salary for this position is $60k-$75k annually and is commensurate with education and applicable experience. This position is full-time, benefits eligible. We offer a generous benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k retirement plan with profit sharing, paid time off that includes vacation, sick pay, personal days and other additional perks.

Title : Bereavement Counselor

Location : Orange County, New York

Qualifications :

• Master’s Degree (LMSW) is required
• Bilingual, English / Spanish preferred is a plus
• Documented training and / or experience in hospice services, specifically in bereavement services and programming
• Ability to function professionally as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Thorough knowledge of dynamics of grief and bereavement
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Experience in volunteer training and supervision
• Ability to understand and promote effective interaction among hospice team members
• Experience in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) required

Responsibilities :

Promotes positive co-worker and team work relationships

United Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Monday through Friday, 8 : 30 to 4 : 30 with flexibility to work an occasional evening as needed.