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Bereavement Counselor - Children's

Chapters Health System

#Case Management #Documentation #Counseling #Interdisciplinary Team #HIPAA #Patient Care #Mental Health #Crisis Intervention #Social Work

Quick overview

Provide individual and group counseling and therapy for hospice patients, family members, and community individuals experiencing grief. Manage assigned caseloads effectively while maintaining accurate documentation and care plans in compliance with organizational and legal standards.

Requirements summary

Requires a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field for hires after May 2024, with a bachelor's degree preferred for earlier hires. Must possess a valid driver's license, auto insurance, and appropriate professional licensure as required by the state.

bachelor degreepostgraduate degreeCommunicationMulti-taskingDocumentationCounselingOrganizational skillsTherapyHIPAA complianceCrisis interventionInterdisciplinary collaborationCase managementGrief support

Job description

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success! Role: The Bereavement Counselor provides a range of bereavement services to bereaved survivors. Key Responsibilities:
Provide individual and group counseling and therapy for Hospice patients, family members and community individuals who have experienced the loss of a significant person through grief.
Demonstrate contact of all clients within established time frames and provide appropriate documentation. Document at least two additional attempts to reach an assigned client before closing the case.
Demonstrate a willingness and ability to manage tasks and case loads assigned, from any departmental program, in an effective, productive and timely manner, meeting the standards that reflect expected productivity.
Demonstrate a willingness to provide counseling services such as on call crisis intervention, individual and group, on a flexible schedule as needed, including some week nights, weekends and at camp.
Document all client contacts and care plans accurately according to department and organization policy in a timely manner. This includes establishing and maintaining all legally required files according to state, law, federal law and organization policy. As demonstrated by chart audits. Knowledge & Skills:
Excellent communication; via phone, email, and in person.
Attention to detail & ability to handle confidential information following HIPPA guidelines.
Demonstrate multi-tasking and organizational skills.
Must be flexible to work in other locations if needed. Education/Training Requirements If hired after 5/26/2024, master's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or related field required. If hired prior to 5/26/2024, bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, marriage and family therapy, or related field preferred. Clear Level 2 background check Certificates/Licenses/Registration Must possess a valid Drivers' License, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation. Professional Licensure as required by state where care is being provided. Position Specific Responsibilities (not all inclusive) Provide individual and group counseling and therapy for Hospice patients, family members and community individuals who have experienced the loss of a significant person through grief. Demonstrate contact of all clients within established time frames and provide appropriate documentation. Document at least two additional attempts to reach an assigned client before closing the case. Demonstrate a knowledge, understanding and compliance with the standards for counselors in clinical practice. Demonstrate a willingness and ability to manage tasks and case loads assigned, from any departmental program, in an effective, productive and timely manner, meeting the standards that reflect expected productivity. Demonstrate a willingness to provide counseling services such as on call crisis intervention, individual and group, on a flexible schedule as needed, including some week nights, weekends and at camp. Document all client contacts and care plans accurately according to department and organization policy in a timely manner. This includes establishing and maintaining all legally required files according to state, law, federal law and organization policy. As demonstrated by chart audits. Communicate, collaborate and consult with other departmental counselors, members of the Interdisciplinary Team, other organization staff and external customers with integrity and professionalism to ensure the best possible services are given to all customers internal and external. Attend and participate in department, staff and other meetings as requested by the organization and the Director. Make recommendations for the improvement of programs and activities within the department. Represent the company in a positive and professional manner at all times with others, e.g., co-workers, management, vendors, and customers. Consistently represents Chapters Health System with integrity and professionalism. Complete all job responsibilities in a thorough and complete manner, utilizing good judgment in all aspects of the job. Carry out duties and responsibilities in a manner that exemplifies excellent customer service. When unsure of a directed task or any part of job responsibilities, proactively seek the assistance of immediate supervisor. Assist with special projects, as requested. All other job duties as may be assigned. Compensation Pay Range: $55,232.15 - $86,300.24 This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy. All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility. For more information, please visit Choices. Education. Guidance. As a progressive leader and premier health organization, Chapters Health System is dedicated to delivering innovative care throughout chronic illness progression and beyond. Since 1983 as a community-based, not-for-profit organization, Chapters Health has provided choices, education and guidance through its managed affiliates: Capital Caring Health, Chapters Health Foundation, Chapters Health Hospice, Chapters Health Pharmacy, Chapters Health Staffing, Cornerstone Hospice & Palliative Care, Good Shepherd Hospice, Hope Healthcare, Hospice of Okeechobee, HPH Hospice and LifePath Hospice. Chapters Health offers services throughout the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the country to improve the patient/family experience well in advance of end-of-life needs. Chapters Health and its affiliates are licensed in Alachua, Arlington, Bradford, Charlotte, Cherokee, Citrus, Cobb, Collier, Columbia, District of Columbia (all eight wards), Dixie, Fairfax, Fauquier, Fayette, Forsyth, Fulton, Gilchrist, Glades, Gwinnett, Hall, Hamilton, Hardee, Hendry, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Howard, Lafayette, Lake, Lee, Levy, Loudoun, Marion, Martin, Miami-Dade, Monroe, Montgomery, Okeechobee, Orange, Osceola, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Prince George’s, Prince William, Putnam, St. Lucie, Sumter, Suwannee and Union counties. Click here to view the video! All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility. For more information, please visit

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