Grief and Bereavement Counsellor

Grief and Bereavement Counsellor
Job Number # 
17389
Employer 
Alberni Valley Hospice Society
Job Location(s) 
Port Alberni
Number of Positions 
1
Date Posted 
Jan 19, 2018
Apply By 
Feb 28, 2018
Start Date 
ASAP
Schedule 
Full Time
Hours 
30 hours/week, Tuesday - Saturday
Wage 
To be discussed
NOC Code 
4153
Source 
Employer
Details 

Duties: The grief and bereavement counselor provides counselling services to grieving and bereaved clients and oversees the grief and bereavement programs.

Qualifications 

 

·         Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, or Family Therapy with demonstrated training and   experience  in working with grieving and bereaved clients

·         Recognized hospice training course

·         Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with the hospice team and other professionals

·         Ability to work effectively with individuals and families, on a one-to-one or group basis

·         Compassionate, caring attitude

·         Demonstrate initiative, flexibility and self-direction

·         Excellent record keeping, computer and organizational skills

 

How to Apply 

Qualified individuals may apply by forwarding a resume and cover letter by February 9, 2018

Attention: Theresa Maxmenko BSN, Executive Director

By Mail:  3088 3rd Avenue, Port Alberni, BC  V9Y 2A5