Bereavement Care Specialist — Community Impact & Education

SSM Health; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SSM Health is seeking a bereavement services professional to work with an interdisciplinary hospice team. The role develops and provides programs for individuals experiencing bereavement, coordinates assessments, and ensures appropriate documentation and regulatory compliance.

Education requirements include a Master's degree in Social Work, with at least one year of experience in hospice or related settings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or related field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates initial assessment with the development of a plan of care and the provision of identified services.
• Organizes and coordinates grief-related support groups. Trains volunteers to work in program development and directly with the bereaved.
• Develops grief education programs and materials for use by clients and for distribution in community.
• Serves as a community liaison for bereavement outreach and education.
• Ensures that visits and interventions are documented appropriately according to regulatory standards.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

SSM Health is seeking a bereavement services professional to work with an interdisciplinary hospice team. The role develops and provides programs for individuals experiencing bereavement, coordinates assessments, and ensures appropriate documentation and regulatory compliance.

Education requirements include a Master's degree in Social Work, with at least one year of experience in hospice or related settings.