Grief Service Program Facilitator

CHS Children's Hospital and Health System, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Wisconsin is seeking a Program Facilitator for Grief Services to plan and carry out family-centered grief support programs, in partnership with the Grief Services Supervisor. You will work with children and adults affected by trauma and loss, developing new therapeutic opportunities, evaluating programs, and training volunteers.

The role requires a Master's in a Human Services field, 2+ years of experience, and willingness to travel within Wisconsin.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in a Human Services field (counseling, social work, art therapy) required.
• Clinical licensure preferred.
• 2+ years of professional experience with children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain materials to strengthen bereavement and palliative care program projects.
• Oversee grief services programming and curriculum development.
• Coordinate group programming, facilitation, and intake processes.
• Provide training for volunteer facilitators and staff development.
• Respond to community requests for information and presentations.
• Support staff resilience after critical incidents.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Independent work

Microsoft Word

Travel within Wisconsin

Education

Master's Degree in Human Services (counseling, social work, art therapy)

Job description

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country.

Job Summary

In partnership with the Grief Services Supervisor & Bereavement Fellow, plans and carries out Grief Services support programs focusing on the entire family when loss has occurred. Provides support for children and adults affected by trauma and loss, and peripheral trainings for the organization and community partners specific to loss, coping, grief, critical stress management and resiliency. Assists with other work with the agency as requested. The Program Facilitator is responsible for working with the team to plan and operate our unique, diverse and community-based grief support program.

Responsibilities include being current on different therapeutic techniques for our grieving population, developing new therapeutic opportunities, evaluating the therapeutic programming, and maintaining best practices.

Essential Functions

• Creates and maintains materials to strengthen development of bereavement and palliative care program projects.
• Participates in committee work and other initiatives to support program development.
• Oversees grief services support group programming; coordinates group programming, develops curriculum, provides in-takes, facilitates groups.
• Develops grief curriculum and grief support group materials for grief services school programming, as well as facilitates school groups.
• Provides training for volunteer facilitators and continued volunteer staff development.
• Requires proficiency in professional skills related to grief responses, grief assessment, grief intervention, cultural diversity, assessment/intervention, group facilitation and the understanding of family dynamics.
• Responds to community requests for information, education, resources, presentations, etc.
• Responds to staff and providers after critical incidents to support their resiliency and mental health.
• Participates in professional activities that enhance knowledge and expertise of current trends and methods related to the program.

Education

• Master's Degree in a Human Services field (counseling, social work, art therapy, etc) required Clinical licensure preferred

Experience

• 2+ years of professional experience working with children and adults required
• Experience working with families of diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough understanding of the grief process and experience working with children who have suffered loss.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal relations skills.
• Ability to take on the initiative tasks and work independently, as well as to work as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and ability /willingness to learn other computer programs as needed.
• Ability to travel within the state of Wisconsin and occasionally out of state for conferences.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.

Required for All Jobs: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be requested in the performance of this job. Employment is at-will. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses: Dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children We are the region's only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. In Milwaukee and throughout the state, we provide kids and their families a wide range of care and support - everything from routine care for ear aches or sore throats to life saving advances and treatment options. Our academic partner, The Medical College of Wisconsin, brings many of the nation's most well-respected doctors to our team. Together we work to ensure that every child and family we serve receives nothing but the best. Learn more about our affiliation with the Medical College of Wisconsin and the power of academic medicine.