Coordinator

Great new Career Opportunity in Hospice!

Now Hiring - Bereavement Coordinator

The Bereavement Coordinator , will be responsible for but not limited to :

Provides bereavement services to individuals and families of hospice patients, in accordance with Ascend Hospice policies and procedures and applicable laws and regulations

Performs comprehensive initial bereavement assessments

Assesses need for counseling related to risk assessment for grief

Assesses bereaved’s psychosocial status, potential for risk of suicide

Provide counseling for the purpose of helping to resolve symptoms related to grief and loss, psychosocial stress, or difficulties coping with social environment

Provide counseling for purpose of enhancing, protecting, or restoring the capacity for coping with the social environment

Conducts ongoing reassessment of bereaved’s needs

Provides emotional support, short-term crisis intervention and individual and / or family counseling when indicated

Assesses special needs related to cultural diversity including communication, space, role of family members and special traditions

Possesses knowledge of stages of development through a lifetime and uses this knowledge when assessing and counseling bereaved

Refers family and friend to assigned chaplain for spiritual assistance

Maintains contact with appropriate community agencies and services in order to promote interagency cooperation and to facilitate related referrals

Collaborate with other disciplines

Facilitate caregiver support groups and / or bereavement support groups virtual or in-person

Conducts home visits to bereaved who require in-person bereavement counseling

Attends Interdisciplinary Team Meetings to collaborate with the team regarding patient and caregivers Pre-Bereavement and Post-Bereavement needs

Efficiently performs administrative support responsibilities related to bereavement services, in accordance with Ascend Hospice policies and procedures.

Complete electronic documentation in the electronic medical records system according to Ascend Hospice Protocol

Ensures compliance with care plan contacts for bereaved according grief risk and contact frequency

Prepares mailing labels and letters for bereavement mailings to bereaved family and / or friends in the scheduled time frame (30 days, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months, 13 months)

Follows verbal and written instructions accurately and in a timely manner

Creates bereavement reports from HPMS system

Audits to maintain compliance

Completes documentation of bereavement calls according to compliance guidelines

Recognizes and performs duties which need to be performed although not directly assigned.

Ascend Hospice - is part of the Ascend family of Healthcare Companies. Our mission is to define excellence within the health care community.

We are dedicated to inspiring people to live better lives through innovative health and wellness programs, products and services.

We work to maintain the highest standards of care and service for our patients, families and valued employees.

We are proud to Offer :

• Competitive Salaries
• Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Opportunities to advance and grow your career
• And More!

If working with people who are dedicated, compassionate, and concerned about their patients is essential to you, then you'll appreciate being a part of our team.

We've built a strong reputation on the outstanding level of care that we provide.

Ascend Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EEO / AA / M / F / DV

Education :

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Professional Experience :

• 2-4 years of related experience
• Strong Organizational Skills
• Clerical / Administrative experience

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Last updated : 2024-11-19