Bereavement Coordinator- Hospice

PeaceHealth; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 45,460 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

PeaceHealth seeks a Bereavement Coordinator‑Hospice for a Part Time, 0.60 FTE, Day position in the Children's Bereavement Program in Oregon. Candidates with strong experience supporting children through grief are highly preferred.

The salary range for this opening is $33.13 – $49.69 per hour. Responsibilities include coordinating bereavement follow-up, recruiting and training volunteers, facilitating services and community groups, and program evaluation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required or equivalent education/experience.
• Minimum 2 years counseling, guidance, or social work experience.
• Experience in hospice concept of care preferred.
• Driver’s license and proof of auto insurance (WA or AK as applicable).
• Certification in Thanatology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish, coordinate, and oversee bereavement follow-up services including letters and mailings to families; triage needs; carry a case load.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate bereavement volunteers with staff collaboration.
• Facilitate commemorative services for staff, families, and the community; run a hospice fundraiser.
• Coordinate community-wide bereavement support groups and promote services.
• Participate in program evaluation and process improvement.
• Maintain an active role in the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Age-specific development

Independent work

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Leadership and supervision

MS Office proficiency

Education

Master’s Degree in related field

Master’s Degree preferred in Counseling or Social Work

2+ years counseling/social work experience

Driver’s license & auto insurance proof

Certification in Thanatology preferred

Job description

Job Overview

PeaceHealth is seeking a Bereavement Coordinator‑Hospice for a Part Time, 0.60 FTE, Day position. This position is for the Children's Bereavement Program. Candidates with strong experience supporting children through grief are highly preferred. The salary range for this job opening is $33.13 – $49.69.

Responsibilities

• Establish, coordinate, and oversee bereavement follow‑up services including delivery of letters, cards, and mailings to families; assess bereavement support needs and triage appropriately; carry a case load of at‑risk families.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate bereavement volunteers in collaboration with the volunteer coordinator. Train volunteers and staff in bereavement protocol and orient new staff.
• Facilitate periodic commemorative services for staff, hospice families, and the community at large, including a hospice fundraiser.
• Coordinate and/or facilitate all community‑wide bereavement support groups. Offer community‑wide bereavement support as time and need allow. Promote bereavement support groups and related services to the community.
• Participate in program evaluation and ongoing process improvement.
• Maintain an active role in the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree Required in a related field, or equivalent education and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Master’s Degree Preferred in Counseling or Social Work.
• Minimum of 2 years of counseling, guidance, or social work experience.
• Experience in hospice concept of care preferred.
• Driver’s license and proof of auto insurance (WA or AK as applicable).
• Certification in Thanatology preferred.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of age‑specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs (Required).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team (Required).
• Strong organizational skills (Required).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Required).
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills (Required).
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office applications (Required).

Working Conditions

• Consistently operates computer and other office equipment.
• Exerts up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Predominantly works in an office environment; some time spent on site in a medical/hospital setting.
• Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

Benefits

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including full medical/dental/vision coverage; a 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer‑paid life and disability insurance with additional buy‑up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits; and an expanded Employee Assistance Program and mental health program.

EEO Statement

PeaceHealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO affirmative action. Employers willing to consider veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.