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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Hospice Counselor to join our interdisciplinary hospice care team. In this role, you will provide emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients facing terminal illnesses and their families. You will help patients and loved ones navigate the complex emotions and challenges that arise during end-of-life care, offering counseling, crisis intervention, and bereavement support. As a Hospice Counselor, you will collaborate closely with nurses, physicians, social workers, and chaplains to ensure holistic care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. Your responsibilities will include conducting individual and family counseling sessions, facilitating support groups, and providing education about the dying process and grief. You will also assist with advance care planning and help families prepare for and cope with loss. Strong communication, empathy, and cultural sensitivity are essential, as you will work with individuals from diverse backgrounds and belief systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in counseling or social work, preferably in a hospice or palliative care setting, and possess a deep commitment to supporting individuals through one of life’s most challenging transitions. This position requires flexibility, emotional resilience, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries while providing compassionate care. If you are dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families during their most vulnerable moments, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding and impactful role.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Provide individual and family counseling to hospice patients and their loved ones.
- Facilitate support groups for patients and families.
- Offer crisis intervention and emotional support during acute situations.
- Assist with bereavement support and follow-up after patient death.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop care plans.
- Educate patients and families about the dying process and grief.
- Document counseling sessions and maintain accurate records.
- Participate in team meetings and case conferences.
- Assist with advance care planning and end-of-life decision-making.
- Provide culturally sensitive care to diverse populations.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related field.
- Valid state licensure or certification as required.
- Experience in hospice, palliative care, or grief counseling preferred.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work with individuals facing terminal illness and loss.
- Demonstrated empathy, compassion, and emotional resilience.
- Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
- Flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed.
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have in hospice or palliative care settings?
- How do you approach counseling individuals facing terminal illness?
- Describe a challenging situation you encountered with a grieving family and how you handled it.
- How do you maintain your own emotional well-being in this role?
- What strategies do you use to provide culturally sensitive care?
- Are you comfortable facilitating support groups?
- How do you handle conflicts within an interdisciplinary team?
- What is your approach to advance care planning with patients and families?
- How do you ensure accurate and confidential documentation?
- Are you available to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends?
