Volunteer Bereavement Counselor
Bloom Healthcare•Denver, CO
About The Position
Bloom Healthcare is seeking compassionate, caring, and committed Volunteer Bereavement Counselors for its Bloom Hospice Volunteer Program. Volunteers support patients’ families, friends, and other impacted individuals following a patient’s death by providing individual grief counseling to adults, adolescents, and children. Counseling may be provided in person or virtually. Volunteers may also assist with specialized therapies, including music, art, pet, and other alternative therapies. This is an unpaid volunteer position requiring a regular schedule commitment.
Requirements
- Possess an applicable license (LSW, LCSW, LPC, NCC, LMFT, or chaplain with completion of two units of CPE), or have a master’s degree in social work, counseling, or a related field and two years of experience as a grief counselor.
- Demonstrate empathy, compassion, and excellent interpersonal skills.
- Be available to commit to a regular volunteer schedule.
- Pass a background check and comply with all Bloom Healthcare policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Provide in-person and virtual counseling for deceased patients’ family members, friends, and other impacted individuals.
- May assist in providing specialized therapies such as music therapy, art therapy, pet therapy, and other alternative therapies.
- Work closely with the Bereavement Coordinator and hospice care team to ensure bereavement needs are met.
- Complete administrative and documentation tasks in a timely and thorough manner.
- Adhere to health and safety guidelines and patient privacy policies.
Benefits
- Comprehensive training and orientation program.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and their families.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated Volunteer Coordinator and Bereavement Coordinator.
- Eligibility for special recognition and awards.
