• Bereavement Counselor

    Hospice of the Valley (Peoria, AZ)


    Hospice of the Valley is a national leader in hospice care and has been serving the Phoenix metropolitan area since 1977. A mission-driven, not-for-profit organization, Hospice of the Valley employs compassionate, skilled professionals who are committed to excellence, enjoy teamwork and contribute daily to our mission and culture of caring. Team members experience a friendly, supportive atmosphere, leadership support, autonomy, flexibility and the privilege of doing meaningful, rewarding work.

    Position Profile

    Provides professional counseling and in depth education about grief and loss to support those doing the work of mourning.

    Responsibilities

    • Responsible for delivery of Bereavement Services to survivors following the death of hospice patients, including Spanish speaking survivors, throughout Maricopa County.

    • Assist in the development and facilitation of bereavement support groups in the community including the Hispanic community, as needed/requested.

    • Develops and maintains therapeutic relationships.

    • Provides comprehensive bereavement assessments.

    • Develops and maintains comprehensive plan of care.

    • Provides effective therapeutic counseling and support.

    • Contributes to HOV and the community with grief expertise and support.

    • Creates timely and accurate documentation.

    • Adheres to HOV standards and facilitates continuously improved processes/services.

    • Maintains and enhances professional skills.

    • Adheres to high standards of personal and professional conduct.

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Master's degree in counseling, social work or other allied health field from accredited program.

    • Minimum of 1year recent experience in counseling individuals and/or groups regarding loss.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Bi-lingual preferred

    • Hospice experience preferred.

    • LPC, LMFT, or LCSW licensure preferred.

     

    Hospice of the Valley offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits that include medical, dental and vision plans, generous paid time off, a matching 401k, tuition assistance, an award winning wellness program and a host of employee recognition and rewards. Employees also receive comprehensive orientation, training and development opportunities.

     

    Hospice of the Valley is an equal employment opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V