Grief Support Specialist

Ohiosophe

Kenosha, WI, US
Base: $28.55 - $42.85 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
32 hours per week, normal business hours with occasional evenings or weekends.
Valid wisconsin professional counselor or social work license
Experience in individual, family, and group therapy
Ability to conduct home visits and travel independently
Ohiosophe is seeking a Grief Support Specialist in Kenosha, WI, to provide bereavement counseling and support to families following the death of a patient. The role requires collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, developing educational programs, and facilitating grief support groups

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing short-term individual bereavement counseling and facilitating ongoing time-limited bereavement groups for hospice and community individuals.
  • Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in a related field such as Social Work, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy along with two years of relevant therapy experience.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of total rewards including competitive compensation, health benefits, retirement plans, and educational assistance programs.

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Ohiosophe is seeking a Grief Support Specialist in Kenosha, WI, to provide bereavement counseling and support to families following the death of a patient. The role requires collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, developing educational programs, and facilitating grief support groups.

Salary

Base: $28.55 - $42.85 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Paid Time Off, Medical/Dental/Vision, Retirement match, Educational Assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Valid Wisconsin professional counselor or social work license
  • Experience in individual, family, and group therapy
  • Ability to conduct home visits and travel independently
  • In-depth knowledge of psychology of loss and grieving stages
  • Program development and management experience

Nice-to-have

  • Grief Support Certification obtained within one year
  • Experience training and supervising volunteers
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends
  • Master's degree in Religious Studies or Theology

Key Requirements

  • Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, Theology, or Religious Studies
  • 2 years of experience in individual, family, or group therapy
  • Professional Counselor or Social Work license issued by the state of Wisconsin
  • Valid driver's license and proof of automobile liability insurance
  • Grief Support Certification required within 1 year if not already held

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