Grief Counselor (Child and Family) at Hospice of the Piedmont Inc

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Psychosocial Assessments, Direct Casework, Counseling Services, Interdisciplinary Care Planning, Bereavement Support, Clinical Documentation, Attention To Detail, Communication, Care Coordination, Adaptability, Grief Counseling, Family Systems, Ethical Adherence, Advanced Care Planning, Case Management, EMR Documentation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Make a profound impact when it matters most. Join a compassionate, mission-driven team dedicated to supporting children and families through some of life’s most challenging moments. Hospice of the Piedmont (HOP) is seeking a skilled Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is passionate about psychosocial care, grief support, and interdisciplinary collaboration. In this deeply meaningful role, you’ll guide pediatric patients and their families through complex emotional journeys, contribute to comprehensive care planning, and bring your expertise in grief, loss, and family systems to a team that values insight, empathy, and clinical excellence. If you’re energized by meaningful connection, purposeful work, and providing holistic support across diverse care settings—this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference. Responsibilities: Provides psychosocial assessments, direct casework, and counseling services to pediatric patients and families. Participates in the preparation, evaluation, and execution of the interdisciplinary care plan to ensure that the aims of continuity and comprehensiveness of care are accomplished Works collaboratively as a member of the HOP Bereavement Team Participates in Interdisciplinary Team meetings, staff meetings, and other meetings as requested Prepares documentation for the clinical record per HOP standards and ensures all documentation accurately represents all services provided Demonstrates understanding and adherence to NASW or ACA Code of Ethics and related organizational policies, including confidentiality regarding patients, families, staff, and the organization Uses expertise in the emotional, social, and spiritual aspects of death and grief to support families and children. Identifies signs of complicated grief and high risk situations in families coping with a child’s end of life journey, as well as in children grieving the loss of a loved one. Facilitates bereavement support groups for families and children Participates in agency and community programs, including supervision, to strengthen skills and enhance performance. Facilitates communication with outside agencies including Region 10 and Social Services. Implements and plans for placement and discharges from facilities, hospitals, and hospice as well as level of care changes Oversees advanced care planning, APS and volunteer referrals, funeral planning, and ensures accurate EMR documentation, including demographics, insurance details, and all discharge, placement, and level of care paperwork. Essential Skills for Success: Strong clinical documentation skills Attention to detail Strong communication & writing skills Ability to coordinate care across teams Ability to adapt to varied work environments and unpredictable schedules Ability to apply core clinical counseling techniques in diverse clinical settings Qualifications: Current state licensure (LCSW or LPC). Two years of social work or counseling experience in a social service setting, with at least one of the two years being in a healthcare setting. Clinical experience with individuals, groups, and families. Case management, plan of care coordination, and advanced care planning experience. Knowledge of the process of death, dying, bereavement, and understanding of psychosocial factors operative in terminally ill pediatric and adult patients and families, required. Requires a valid driver’s license, personal automobile, and current automobile liability insurance Typical Physical Demands/Working Conditions: Lifting up to 20 pounds Work may occur in office, clinical, patient home, or community settings Must be able to work in home environments that have difficult working conditions including, but not limited to cramped space, pets, dirt, allergens, smoke, no chairs Local and regional travel and work hours that will extend into the evenings and weekends when necessary Verbal and written communication skills, including ability to use phone and computer efficiently Extended periods of sitting, desk-bound activities Hospice of the Piedmont offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Life, Short & Long Term Disability, 403(b) and Roth Retirement Plans with employer matching, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays. Hospice of the Piedmont is a non-profit, equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and patients served.

Responsibilities

The role involves providing psychosocial assessments, direct casework, and counseling services to pediatric patients and their families navigating grief and loss, while actively participating in the interdisciplinary care plan execution. This position also requires facilitating bereavement support groups, managing complex documentation, and coordinating external agency communications and placement planning.