Bereavement Counselor Support Specialist-1

Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC)
United States, Maryland, Hagerstown
Jul 09, 2025
Under general supervision, the Bereavement Care Specialist serves as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and is responsible for providing bereavement support services to HWC families and the community and is responsible for provision of services consistent with the mission, vision, and goals of HWC, quality outcomes and regulatory standards. Job Description Education Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field and licensed as required, in the State of Maryland Experience Minimum 3 years work related experience or certified in Thanatology. Licensures, Certifications Valid driver's license Principal Duties and Responsibilities Performs and documents bereavement/psychosocial assessments and assists in the development and implementation of the therapeutic Bereavement Care Plan. Provides bereavement support and counseling services within appropriate time frames as indicated on bereavement care plan. Conducts ongoing therapeutic assessments of individual and family bereavement needs in accordance with the Bereavement Care Plan. Assists Bereavement Manager with community bereavement events and community outreach projects as requested. Provides short-term crisis intervention and individual or family counseling. Seeks input from IDT members regarding the bereavement care plan to obtain additional knowledge and support. Refers the family and community bereaved to appropriate community resources as needs are identified. Facilitates various bereavement psycho educational support groups. Documents all patient information according to HWC's policies and procedures. Provides anticipatory grief support and counseling to HWC patients and families if deemed appropriate by IDT. Provides psycho educational presentations to community groups on loss, grief and related topics. Maintains annual agency in services. Accurately identifies and corrects errors. Is careful, alert, and accurate, paying attention to the details of the job. Facilitates community outreach/initiatives in response to traumatic or permanent grief and loss needs. Provides face-to-face bereavement telephone counseling and support. Exhibits cost effective use of time, mileage and supplies. * Promotes and maintains respect for rights, privacy, and confidentiality of others. Respects patient and staff confidentiality at all times. Participates in committees, task forces and HWC events as requested. Conditions of Employment Must have valid driver's license, car insurance and reliable transportation. After 90 days of successful employment must begin the process for PA employment which includes PA background check (PATCH), Child Abuse Clearance and fingerprinting. Pay Range $52,635.34 - $81,584.77 Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs. COVID-19 Vaccination All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners. Equal Employment Opportunity GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.