Per Diem Grief Support & Bereavement Coordinator

Optum; Escanaba (MI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

UP Health System Hospice, part of the LHC Group and the Optum family, seeks a Per Diem Bereavement Coordinator to supervise bereavement services for patients and families, ensuring culturally competent support across diverse backgrounds.

The role emphasizes careful planning of care, active listening during calls and home visits, and leading at least 12 Grief Support Group sessions annually while maintaining comprehensive documentation and risk assessments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education per state regulations.
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience in grief and loss counseling.
• Valid driver's license and access to dependable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Establishes a Plan of Care addressing bereavement needs and frequency up to 13 months post-death.
• Demonstrates active listening and provides suggestions during phone and home visits.
• Leads and coordinates at least 12 Grief Support Group sessions per year.
• Maintains Bereavement Binder with information and attendance sheets.
• Documents care in Visit Notes, Bereavement Risk Assessment, Care Plan, and EGSS scores.

Skills

Bereavement counseling experience

Active listening

Driver's license and vehicle access

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Psychiatric Nursing, Pastoral Counseling

Job description

UP Health System Hospice, part of the LHC Group and the Optum family, seeks a Per Diem Bereavement Coordinator to supervise bereavement services for patients and families, ensuring culturally competent support across diverse backgrounds.

The role emphasizes careful planning of care, active listening during calls and home visits, and leading at least 12 Grief Support Group sessions annually while maintaining comprehensive documentation and risk assessments.