VISITING NURSE SERVICE AND HOSPICE OF SUFFOLK
Bereavement Coordinator - LMSW (Personal Services)
Qualifications:
Masters Degree from a regionally accredited college or university or one recognized by the New York State Department of Education or equivalent experience in Social Work.Willingness to travel to homes of patient/family and to provide own transportation.Willingness to assist in other Social Work program areas such as Hospice House coverage and all other activities assigned by Social Work Supervisor. Documented training and/or experience in hospice services and specifically in bereavement services and programming.Ability to function professionally as part of an interdisciplinary team.Familiary with the hospice concept and its implementation.Thorough knowledge of dynamics of grief and bereavement.Good human relations and public relations skills.Management ability in the areas of planning, organization, coordination, supervision and motivation.Ability to understand and promote effective interaction among hospice team members.