About the role
Description
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? Join our team today as a hospice Bereavement Coordinator! The Bereavement Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining a bereavement program to meet the needs of families/caregivers for up to one (1) year following the death of the patient.
What You’ll Do
- Coordinates the assessment and delivery of grief support needs and services (one-to-one, groups, and ongoing follow-up) to ensure timely and appropriate services are provided to family/caregivers.
- Provides bereavement information and referral services to callers from the community. Expands and maintains community resource list, as needed.
- Functions independently, but seeks and accepts guidance from others.
- Participates in hospice activities such as in-service education and hospice personnel meetings.
- Organizes annual memorial services for patients who were under our care.
- Oversees the mailings, phone calls, and visits to family/caregivers in the program.
- Functions as part of the IDT team.
- Attend continuing education on dying and the grieving process on an annual basis.
- Location: Bryan, Texas
- Shift: Full Time
- Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 403b Retirement, PTO Accrual, CHPN Certification, HSA, Life Insurance, and more!
Requirements
- Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills.
- Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance are required.
- Possess high integrity, including the maintenance of confidential information.
- Minimum high school diploma required. Associate’s degree or higher preferred.
- Upon hire, participate in online Bereavement Coordinator training.
- Must be sensitive to the human needs and situations encountered in the provision of hospice and bereavement care.