Bereavement Coordinator

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

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Job summary

Corewell Health in Grand Rapids is seeking a Bereavement Coordinator for the Inpatient Hospice unit. This part-time role works Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with hybrid work options.

The position develops and implements the bereavement program, oversees bereavement plans for each patient and family, and provides group support and individual counseling per the plan of care. Duties include coordinating bereavement groups, preparing educational materials,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, Counseling Psychology, or Nursing.
• Experience with grief and loss.
• Driver’s license, State of Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements the bereavement program.
• Oversees bereavement plans for each patient and family.
• Provides group support and individual counseling per plan of care.
• Plans bereavement groups and educational workshops.
• Performs documentation accurately and timely.
• Participates in team meetings and safety initiatives.

Skills

Bereavement counseling

Group counseling

Education

Master’s degree in social work, Counseling Psychology, or Nursing

Job description

Shift and Status

Bereavement Coordinator, Inpatient Hospice

Part time, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday

8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Hybrid

Job Summary

Develops and implements the bereavement program. Oversees bereavement plans for each patient and family. Provides group support and individual counseling to bereaved clients per bereavement plan of care.

Essential Duties

• Assesses bereavement needs and provides bereavement follow-up to each bereaved referred to the Bereavement Program.
• Plans, develops, and implements Bereavement Support Groups and educational workshops on specific grief issues. Plans Memorial Service(s). Participates in Team meetings.
• Participates in in-service, staff and other agency meetings for the purpose of planning, coordinating and generally improving the quality of service provided by the agency.
• Participates in the orientation and training of new employees to the Bereavement Program. Develops educational materials and resources for distribution to families and staff.
• Ensures that required documentation for activities within areas of responsibility is completed in an accurate and timely manner.
• Actively participates in safety initiatives and risk mitigating measures where appropriate and completes all position and unit safety related competencies and requirements on a timely basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s degree in social work, Counseling Psychology, or Nursing
• Experience with grief and loss.
• Driver’s license, State of Michigan

Location

SITE - Continuing Care - 1239 E Beltline Ave NE - Grand Rapids

Department: Bereavement Svcs - Hospice West

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
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• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Equal Opportunity Statement

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug‑free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on‑site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.