Compassionate Bereavement & Grief Support Coordinator

Hospice of the Midwest; Forest Lake (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Mileage reimbursement

Wellness & discount programs

Job summary

Hospice of the Midwest in Forest Lake, MN seeks a Bereavement Coordinator to provide compassionate bereavement support to families after loss. The role emphasizes interpersonal skills, grief counseling experience, and teamwork in a supportive environment.

You will coordinate individual and group counseling, help develop the Bereavement Program, support hospice staff, and organize activities such as wellness retreats and weekly support groups; requires a degree in Social Work or Theology and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent theological degree or Master’s degree in Social Work with qualifications of experience clinical grief counseling
• Experience with death and dying.
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, counseling (or related field) or Graduate of an accredited theology or chaplaincy program (DB, MDiv or equivalent theological degree) required.
• Masters degree in Social Work Counseling or other related field is strongly preferred,
• Thanatology or related Grief Counseling Certification preferred.
• Hospice Experience Preferred.
• Experience in grief or loss counseling required.
• Understanding of grief response and experience with counseling individuals and/or groups in loss.
• If making home visits, must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Knowledge and commitment to the hospice philosophy of care.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate individual, group, and follow-up grief counseling for families and caregivers
• Oversee the development and improvement of the Bereavement Program
• Provide emotional support to hospice staff coping with work-related grief
• Offer bereavement information and referrals to community members
• Assist in planning activities, including wellness retreats and weekly support groups
• Participate in staff education, IDT meetings, and relevant organizational committees
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations
• Pursue ongoing training to enhance professional skills and knowledge in grief support

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Grief counseling

Social work background

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work

Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling

Theological degree (Bachelor/ Master)

Job description

Hospice of the Midwest in Forest Lake, MN seeks a Bereavement Coordinator to provide compassionate bereavement support to families after loss. The role emphasizes interpersonal skills, grief counseling experience, and teamwork in a supportive environment.

You will coordinate individual and group counseling, help develop the Bereavement Program, support hospice staff, and organize activities such as wellness retreats and weekly support groups; requires a degree in Social Work or Theology and