Bereavement Counselor LMSW or LCSW

Bereavement Counselor – (LMSW or LCSW) –
Circle of Life

Part‑time position: weekdays with occasional weekend hours.

Support Circle of Life's Bereavement Services program by providing counseling services to individuals and families grieving the loss (or anticipated loss) of a loved one. Clients span all ages and backgrounds.

• Valid LMSW or LCSW certification issued by the State of Arkansas, without restrictions.
• Minimum one year of related clinical experience in a hospice, medical, or mental health setting.
• Demonstrated clinical experience with life‑threatening and chronic illness, grief and loss, individual, family, and group counseling.
• Knowledge of grief modalities, therapeutic interventions, and best practices.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and use good judgment with sensitive client information.
• Strong presentation skills and knowledge of community referral sources.

• Provide one‑to‑one and/or group counseling to those grieving the death of a loved one (past or future) or living with a life‑threatening or terminal illness.
• Prepare and maintain electronic clinical case files using designated client‑tracking software; record client data and submit weekly clinical session logs/reports.
• Participate in staff, team, and community meetings; contribute knowledge to nurture a learning environment.
• Provide on‑site and follow‑up (in person and telephone) clinical interventions/consultations for hospice patients and families, including children and teens.
• Provide counseling to persons in crisis and critical incident, stress management and bereavement services.
• Maintain communication with primary care physicians, clinicians, and other professionals involved in each care plan.
• Conduct initial assessments, maintain and update treatment plans as needed.
• Document contacts with outside agencies and professionals and make referrals to community resources.
• Provide bereavement support for community members; debrief and participate in community presentations.
• Consult for clinical supervision as needed; provide supervision for MSW interns.
• Use the Electronic Medical Records system daily.
• Participate in program development of the department.
• Provide backup to the social work team.
• Support Circle of Life staff and community professionals with grief and loss issues as needed.
• Follow bereavement policies and procedures.
• Accountable for direct delivery of bereavement care services provided by Circle of Life Hospice.
• Assess, plan, implement, and document appropriate interventions.
• Demonstrate compassion, empathy, and patience when interacting with patients, families, co‑workers, and the public.
• Represent Circle of Life in a positive manner to the community.
• Show flexibility, versatility, and a positive attitude when integrating additional duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.