PRN Children's Grief Counselor

Empath Health • Port Charlotte, FL

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About The Position

Tidewell Hospice, part of Empath Health, is seeking a PRN Children’s Grief Counselor for its Blue Butterfly Program. The counselor provides bereavement and grief support to children, teens, adults, and families, helping them navigate difficult experiences with care and support. The role includes conducting assessments, delivering individual and group counseling, coordinating ongoing care, and helping with program activities at multiple locations.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in social work from a Council on Social Work Education-accredited school is preferred; alternatively, a master’s degree in a clinical counseling program such as mental health or marriage and family therapy, or a Master of Science degree in Child Life.
• Must hold, or be license-eligible as a Registered Intern within 90 days of hire for, a Florida license in one of these areas: LCSW or RCSWI, LMHC or RMHCI, or LMFT or RMFTI.
• At least one year of post-master’s social work or counseling experience in a healthcare setting; a one-year master’s-level internship may meet this requirement.
• At least five years of counseling experience working with children, adolescents, teens, and families.
• Reliable transportation to perform job responsibilities in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Proof of valid automobile insurance; a copy will be kept in the employee’s HR file.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual ability.
• Master of Social Work degree from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments of children and families to determine eligibility for grief support services and readiness for Blue Butterfly groups; assess risks related to pathological grief, suicide, abuse, or neglect.
• Facilitate ongoing evening and weekend support groups for children, adults, and families, and help oversee group-night operations, including pre- and post-meetings and family group placement.
• Provide ongoing case management, reassessments, and care-plan updates for individuals and families.
• Provide individual, group, and family grief counseling to children, teens, and adults in the Blue Butterfly program, and maintain relationships with families between active sessions.
• Assist with special events, outings, crisis interventions, and camps for bereaved children, adults, and families.
• Assist with curriculum planning for grief support groups at all locations.
• Travel between multiple locations.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement plan with company match.
• Wellness programs.
• More than five weeks of paid time off.
• Continuing education unit support.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers