Bereavement Coordinator | Hospice

Bereavement Coordinator | Hospice

 in Manhattan, Kansas & surrounding areas

Interim Healthcare is seeking a compassionate Bereavement Coordinator to join our team! The ideal candidate will provide emotional support and grief counseling to families and individuals who are coping with the loss of a loved one. The Bereavement Coordinator will be responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering bereavement services that meet the unique needs of our patients' families. This role will also involve coordinating support groups, outreach, and providing resources to aid in the grieving process. This is a full-time Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM position.

Our Bereavement Coordinators enjoy some notable benefits:

• $40,000 - $45,000 Annual Salary.
• Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, Free Learning Courses, Competitive Pay, 401K, Life Insurance
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

As a Bereavement Coordinator, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:

• Provide one-on-one grief counseling and support to families, caregivers, and others affected by the death of a patient.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate grief support groups for individuals and families.
• Offer follow-up services to families during the bereavement process and assess their needs.
• Develop and distribute bereavement resources and materials to families and the community.
• Maintain accurate records of bereavement services provided and ensure compliance with hospice regulations.
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team, including social workers, chaplains, and medical staff, to ensure holistic care.
• Offer educational workshops and training on grief and bereavement to hospice staff and volunteers.
• Ensure that all services are culturally sensitive and tailored to individual needs.
• Respond promptly and empathetically to inquiries from families seeking bereavement support.

A few must-haves for our Bereavement Coordinators:

• Certification in Grief Counseling or related certification is preferred (e.g., Certified Grief Counselor).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in bereavement, grief counseling, or hospice care.
• Demonstrated knowledge of grief and loss theory, as well as counseling techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact with diverse populations.
• Ability to work independently, manage caseloads, and maintain detailed documentation.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to help others navigate through loss.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in a hospice or palliative care setting.
• Experience facilitating group therapy or support groups.
• Knowledge of community resources and referrals for bereavement support.

Why Work for Interim HealthCare?

The Stehley Family has locally owned and operated Interim Healthcare in the State of Kansas for 46 years. Interim Healthcare of Topeka, Manhattan, and Lawrence is the only agency in these areas that offers the full continuum of care - which consists of Home Health, Hospice, Private Duty, and Staffing Services. Our Mission Statement is 'We Improve People's Lives', and that is the core of what we believe in here at Interim Healthcare. If you are looking to join a company that is growing & has a family culture, this may be the job you have been looking for! Nationally, Interim HealthCare has been providing great jobs to great people for over 50 years and there are more than 300 offices across the country. That kind of stability combined with our commitment to integrity makes us your perfect career partner.

Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. 

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Salary : $40,000 - $45,000