Pediatric Bereavement Counselor- Full-Time Capital Region
Listed compensation
$30-$43.08/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Employment Type: Full time
Shift: Day Shift
Description
Pediatric Bereavement Counselor- Full-Time Capital Region
The pediatric counselor provides direct counseling services to pediatric clients and their families through individual/group counseling, Waveriders, and Camp Erin.
This position entails coordinating school-based grief support, coordinating and participating in on-site family groups, conducting initial intake with bereaved families, assisting with community education and outreach. The pediatric counselor will assist with community crisis responses as needed. All bereavement staff participate in and attend annual Camp Erin event.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose and treat psychological, behavioral and emotional disorders as they relate to end of life care.
- Provide specialized skills and mental health therapy for clients.
- Identify barriers which impact optimal patient functioning.
- Ensure patients receive appropriate resources in most appropriate setting.
What You Will Need
- NYS SW Licensure.
- Valid NYS Drivers license.
- Minimum 2-3 years experience ideally caring for seniors or those with advance illness.
- The Community Hospice provides a thorough orientation and a supportive work environment.
- Apply today for more information!
- Pay Range: $30.00 - $43.08
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a valid NYS SW Licensure and a valid NYS driver's license. A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in caring for seniors or those with advanced illness is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 62% are remote, 34% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
Counselor pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $62k–$90k | Counselor median $60k (middle half $50k–$88k)29 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$70k in purchasing power | New York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| All counselor listings in New York | 804 active | 12,857 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 62% remote · 34% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New York counselor listings (all specialties): 10% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 10% offer loan repayment804 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pediatrics listings | 1,149 in the last 30 days | 779 the 30 days before (+47%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Counselor pay trend (all specialties) | −1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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