Bereavement Counselor

Why Work for Us?

Partners In Care (PIC) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest, oldest provider of home health, palliative care, and hospice services in Central Oregon. Serving Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties, our dedicated team of over 200 employees and 200 volunteers delivers compassionate, patient-centered care across a 10,000-square-mile area. Additionally, Hospice House in Bend, Oregon, is a specialty hospital for inpatient hospice care, creating an oasis of tranquility and comfort for patients and their families. We prioritize excellence, empathy, and collaboration, fostering a culture of kindness, respect, and learning while valuing diversity and the well-being of our employees, volunteers, patients, and families.

• Status: Part-time (hourly, non-exempt) 24 hours per week.
• Compensation: $27.98-$44.66 per hour based on experience.

Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday. Scheduled days to be determined by department supervisor.

Location: Partners In Care Administrative Office in Bend, Oregon.

Benefits

We offer two medical, dental, and vision plans. Insurance starts on the 1st of the month following the hire date!

• Generous Paid time off.
• $25,000 life insurance policy.
• Short and long-term disability.
• 403b retirement savings with employer match, no vesting required!
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary benefits: Legal Shield, AFLAC & MASA Transportation.

Summary/Objective: The Bereavement Counselor is responsible for assisting in planning, implementing, and maintaining all aspects of the Partners In Care Bereavement Program.

Essential Functions

Coordinates and conducts the Bereavement assessment process. Provides grief counseling, education and support services to hospice families/caregivers per established protocols.

Coordinates/develops a Bereavement Plan of Care to meet the identified needs of the bereaved.

Assists in developing the Grief/Loss Support Group schedule. Facilitates grief-and-loss support group services.

Provides bereavement support to Organization staff coping with grief/loss issues as requested. Assists in planning/coordinating other services to meet staff support needs.

• Provides bereavement information, referral, and support services to community members seeking assistance.
• Liaise/consult with related community agencies and resources regarding bereavement issues.

Functions as part of the Interdisciplinary Care Team, coordinating/consulting with other team members to ensure timely and appropriate delivery of bereavement services/support both prior to and after a patient’s death.

Assists in training, assigning, supervising, and supporting bereavement volunteers.

Assists in planning/coordinating Hospice Memorial events, other special events/educational programming related to grief/loss.

• Participates in community education events.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation/records per Department standards/protocols.

Assists in developing and conducting Quality Improvement activities to ensure ongoing assessment and improvement of Bereavement services provided.

Assists with other Department administrative functions such as program development; budgetary functions; collecting/reporting quality indicators/statistics as needed.

• Participates in educational activities to promote continued clinical professional development.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Adheres to the PIC mission and values. Supports the organization.

Work Environment: Category 3 ― Position includes tasks that involve no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues; would not be required to perform Category I tasks.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work, counseling, or related field.
• Experience/education in grief/loss counseling.
• Experience in and ability to work as a part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of experience in home health or hospice.
• Comfortable with public speaking.
• Ability to pass a background test, drug screen, and TB test.
• Valid CPR Certification.

Current automobile insurance, a valid Oregon driver’s license, and reliable transportation are required for those working in the field.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Compassion, empathy, and dedication to patient care.