Bereavement Care Coordinator: Grief Support & Care Plans

Optum; Escanaba (MI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 77,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Incentive programs

401k contribution

Job summary

UP Health System Hospice, part of the LHC Group within the Optum family, seeks a Per Diem Bereavement Coordinator to oversee bereavement services for diverse patients and families. The role emphasizes individualized support, planning and documentation per guidelines.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, CPR certification, grief counseling experience, and reliable transportation. Competitive benefits accompany this per diem position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (Social Work/ Psychology/ Mental Health Counseling/ Psychiatric Nursing/ Pastoral Counseling or equivalent) per state regulations.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Experience in grief and loss counseling.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle or access to transportation.

Responsibilities

• Establishes a Plan of Care addressing bereavement needs and services up to 13 months post-death.
• Demonstrates active listening and provides guidance during phone calls and home visits.
• Leads and coordinates at least 12 Grief Support Group sessions per year.
• Maintains Bereavement Binder with attendance sheets and event information.
• Documents care and assessments in Visit Notes, Bereavement Risk Assessment, and EGSS scores.

Skills

Bereavement counseling

Active listening

Care planning

Group facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Psychiatric Nursing, Pastoral Counseling, OR equivalent education/training per state regulations

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Psychiatric Nursing, Pastoral Counseling

Job description

UP Health System Hospice, part of the LHC Group within the Optum family, seeks a Per Diem Bereavement Coordinator to oversee bereavement services for diverse patients and families. The role emphasizes individualized support, planning and documentation per guidelines.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, CPR certification, grief counseling experience, and reliable transportation. Competitive benefits accompany this per diem position.