The Bereavement Services Manager provides expertise and skill in bereavement program management through strategic planning, coordination of services, staff and volunteer bereavement training, and assisting the interdisciplinary team with the delivery of bereavement services. Manages the bereavement program to effectively meet the bereavement needs of patients and families. Assists the interdisciplinary team in providing for the bereavement needs of patients and families through consultation on bereavement issues. Schedules and facilitates meetings with psychosocial staff to coordinate the provision of bereavement services. Oversees the provision of all bereavement group activities and schedules regular meetings with group facilitators. Responsible for organizing annual memorial services in one or more locations. Provides grief education and training to staff and volunteers.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Qualified candidates must meet State and Federal qualifications for providing bereavement services.
- Five years experience in a clinical setting preferred.
- Experience and skill in dealing with the psychological dynamics associated with illness, loss and death.
- Experience and skill in organizing, staffing, and facilitating a variety of bereavement groups.
- Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment.
- Product and marketing knowledge preferred.
- Recruiting experience preferred.
- Reliable transportation with proper license and insurance coverage for drives and passengers.
- Master's degree in counseling, grief counseling, social work, ministry, pastoral care or other related field from an accredited school.
- EOE/AA M/F/D/V
VITAS® Healthcare is the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise to support your personal and professional growth. As a member of the VITAS team, you’ll find fulfillment working for a people-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. You will be more than just an employee: You will be counted on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team member whose efforts are respected and vital to our hospice mission.
All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism, collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heard—find your purpose at VITAS today.
Benefits Include:
- Competitive compensation
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match
- Cancer and/or critical illness benefit
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Insurance
- Roadside Assistance
- Affinity Program
Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work day or night shifts, weekdays or weekends.
Choose a Career with VITAS
Skills Required
- Meets State and Federal qualifications for providing bereavement services
- Master's degree in counseling, grief counseling, social work, ministry, pastoral care or related field
- Experience and skill in dealing with the psychological dynamics associated with illness, loss and death
- Experience organizing, staffing, and facilitating bereavement groups
- Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment
- Reliable transportation with proper license and insurance for drives and passengers
- Five years experience in a clinical setting
- Product and marketing knowledge
- Recruiting experience
What We Do
VITAS can help patients and their families seeking hospice and palliative care in the face of terminal illness. For more information about our end of life services, visit VITAS.com or call 866.500.4352.
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