Bereavement Coordinator

Description:

We are seeking a compassionate, organized, and dedicated Bereavement Coordinator to lead and support our hospice bereavement program. This individual will provide guidance and emotional support to families experiencing the loss of a loved one, while overseeing bereavement services, support groups, educational resources, and volunteer involvement.

The Bereavement Coordinator plays an important role in our interdisciplinary hospice team, helping ensure that patients’ families receive thoughtful, individualized support throughout the grieving process. This position also provides an opportunity to develop meaningful programs and resources that support families, staff, volunteers, and the broader community.

This is a part-time position with flexible scheduling, approximately 20 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the day to day functions of Tides' hospice bereavement program.
• Coordinate bereavement services and follow-up for families following the loss of a loved one.
• Assess the appropriateness of bereavement services and help ensure that support meets individual and family needs.
• Develop and distribute educational materials related to grief, loss, coping, and bereavement.
• Plan, facilitate, and supervise bereavement support groups and related events.
• Recruit, coordinate, support, and oversee staff and volunteers involved in bereavement services.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to coordinate bereavement care and participate in IDT meetings.
• Provide education and training to hospice employees and volunteers on grief, loss, and bereavement support.
• Participate in community education and outreach related to bereavement services.
• Maintain appropriate program documentation and prepare reports as requested by management.
• Identify opportunities to enhance and expand bereavement services based on the needs of the families and community.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Education

• Degree from an accredited institution in social work or a related field preferred.
• Education or training in grief, loss, bereavement, or counseling required.

Experience

• At least two years of experience in hospice, bereavement services, counseling, social services, or a related field preferred.
• Recent direct patient or family care experience within the past three years preferred.
• Experience coordinating programs, facilitating support groups, or supervising staff or volunteers is a plus.

Skills and Abilities

• Compassionate and empathetic approach to supporting individuals and families experiencing grief.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and respond appropriately to sensitive or crisis situations.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse cultural, racial, social, and religious backgrounds.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Emotional maturity and the ability to manage the demands associated with end-of-life care and bereavement suppor

Additional Requirements

• Current, valid driver's license, appropriate auto insurance, and reliable transportation for required work-related travel.
• Ability to meet applicable occupational health and safety requirements.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Why Join Our Team?

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families during one of life's most difficult transitions. As Bereavement Coordinator, you will help ensure that no family feels alone in the grieving process while contributing to a compassionate, supportive hospice care environment.