Bereavement Counsellor – Island Health

Title of the Job: Bereavement Counsellor

Location: Victoria, BC

Job Description: Close DateOct. 18 2024LocationRoyal Jubilee Hospital – Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteNoTravel RequirementTravel between multiple sites may be requiredShift Start Time/End Time0930-1730Days OffTuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, SundayVacancy TypeTemp PTSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$42.27 – $52.81Paid FTE0.63Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS45Planned Start DateNov. 4 2024Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Aug. 1 2025Pending Return of IncumbentNoCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)YesJob DescriptionIn accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of Victoria Hospice, patient safety is a priority, a responsibility shared by everyone, and as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety, and mitigate risk is inherent in all aspects of this position.Reporting to the Clinical Director, Bereavement Services provides a variety of counselling services to address the bereavement needs of those registered with the service. Provides professional expertise and consultation on bereavement care as it relates to education, quality improvement and research. Provides orientation, day-to-day supervision and support for bereavement volunteers. Records appropriate client information and collects required program statistics. Maintains knowledge of and contributes to current theory and practice in Bereavement Care.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceMaster’s degree in a counselling related field. Two (2) years recent experience in bereavement counselling or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Current registration with a professional association.Skills And Abilities

• Ability to apply the philosophy of palliative psychosocial and bereavement care in counselling.
• Ability to deal effectively with others including families, colleagues and relevant outside agencies.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated computer skills (e. g. MS Office).
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development for self, including self-reflective practice.
• Demonstrated clinical knowledge and skills in grief and bereavement counselling, including complicated grief, risk assessment, family systems and appropriate therapies.
• Demonstrated commitment to clinical supervision and excellence in practice.

Link to Full Job DescriptionAdditional information for applicantsThis is a temporary, 10-month position. Bereavement counselling experience is required.

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