Care Dimensions

Bereavement Counselor

Mental & Behavioral HealthConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeDanvers, MA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Master of Arts or Master of Social Work degree from an accredited or recognized school of social work, expressive therapy, or a related field.
A Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Master of Divinity, or Licensed Mental Health Counselor credential is required, or must be obtained within one year if in progress.
At least two years of grief counseling experience is preferred.
Experience and education in leading support groups.
Understanding of hospice philosophy and principles.
Understanding of grief and loss principles and the skills needed to assist bereaved people in the healing process.
Ability to work in a self-directed, flexible, and cooperative manner and effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
A valid driver's license and an automobile insured according to state or organizational requirements and in good working order.
Strong interpersonal, oral communication, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Provide bereavement counseling services and educational programs to individuals and groups.
Participate in outreach activities for professional and lay communities.

Desired Qualifications

At least two years of experience in the field of grief counseling.

Care Dimensions has a truly meaningful purpose – to provide compassionate care to our patients who are faced with an advanced or end-of-life illness. Since 1978, Care Dimensions has been a driving force in expanding access to hospice and palliative care in Massachusetts. At Care Dimensions, we invest in people who take pride in caring and supporting. We support and strengthen our people with extensive training, teamwork and technology. Our values are embedded in our work, each and every day: Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, Responsiveness, Innovation. As part of the Care Dimensions team, you’ll gain the support and inspiration for a career you’ll find meaningful every day.

Per Diem

How You'll Contribute:

Reporting to the Director of Bereavement Services, the Bereavement Counselor provides a range of bereavement counseling services and educational programs to individuals and groups, participates in a variety of outreach activities to professional and lay communities.

What You'll Bring:

MA/ MSW degree from an accredited/recognized school of social work, expressive therapy, or related field. LICSW, LCSW , M.Div., or LMHC required or, if in progress, will be obtained within one year.
Minimum of two years’ experience in the field of grief counseling preferred.
Strong interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills.
Experience and education in leading support groups.
Demonstrated understanding of hospice philosophy and principles.
Demonstrated understanding of the principles of grief and loss and the skills needed to assist the bereaved in the healing process.
Demonstrated ability to be self-directed, flexible and cooperative in fulfilling role obligation, and ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team.
Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and in good working order.

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Benefits are offered to employees that are scheduled to work 20+ hours/week, which include a generous earned time (vacation days) program, tuition reimbursement, scholarship programs, student loan paydown program, two retirement plans, in addition to medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, and so much more!

Care Dimensions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation during any part of the interview process may request one.

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