Grief Support Counselor, 2A

Job DetailsJob Location: Panama City, FL 32401Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $56,000.00 - $57,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: Road WarriorJob Shift: AnyJob Category: ClinicalMake a Meaningful Difference with Big Bend Hospice For more than 40 years, Big Bend Hospice (BBH) has proudly served as the community's Hometown Hospice, providing compassionate care and support to individuals and families throughout the Big Bend region. Guided by our core values of integrity, compassion, and accountability, we are seeking an experienced and passionate Grief Support Counselor to join our dedicated Bereavement Team. This is more than a counseling position—it's an opportunity to help individuals, families, and children navigate life's most difficult transitions while making a lasting impact in your community. Why Join Big Bend Hospice? As a Grief Support Counselor, you'll have the opportunity to: Support children, teens, adults, and families through the grieving process Facilitate meaningful support groups, workshops, and community programs Work in a dynamic, community-focused role across homes, schools, offices, and community settings Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals Help shape bereavement services that provide hope, healing, and connection Make a tangible difference in the lives of those experiencing loss What We're Looking For We're searching for a compassionate, energetic professional who is passionate about helping others heal. The ideal candidate thrives in a flexible, relationship-centered role and is comfortable providing grief support in a variety of settings throughout Leon County and surrounding communities. You bring strong clinical skills, experience working with youth and adults, and a commitment to delivering exceptional care while honoring the dignity and unique needs of every individual served. Key Responsibilities Counseling & Bereavement Support Provide grief counseling, crisis intervention, psychoeducation, and referrals to individuals and families before and after a hospice patient's death Conduct bereavement risk assessments and follow-up services according to organizational guidelines Offer short-term counseling and ongoing grief support to hospice families and community members Provide support through in-person and telephone counseling Youth & Family Programs Facilitate school-based grief support groups and youth bereavement programs Support children's grief camps, remembrance events, and holiday programs Help youth and families build healthy coping strategies and resilience following loss Group Facilitation & Community Outreach Plan and lead grief support groups and bereavement events Deliver educational presentations to hospice staff, schools, community organizations, and healthcare partners Serve as a community resource and liaison for grief and bereavement services Interdisciplinary Collaboration Participate in care planning and Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings Provide clinical insight regarding grief, bereavement, and family coping Support hospice staff and volunteers through education and grief-related consultation Professional Practice Maintain timely, accurate documentation Attend meetings, training programs, workshops, and clinical supervision Participate in quality improvement initiatives and committee work Maintain professional licensure and continuing education requirement This opportunity is located in the Bay County area. QualificationsEducation & Experience Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Music Therapy, Art Therapy, or a related field Required: Experience counseling youth Minimum of two (2) years of clinical counseling experience LCSW preferred Skills & Abilities Strong clinical counseling and assessment skills Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills Ability to build trust and rapport with clients of all ages Strong organizational and time-management skills Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team Knowledge of professional standards, ethics, and regulations Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems Demonstrated compassion, professionalism, and confidentiality Schedule & Travel Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required Travel: This is an in-person, community-based role Approximately 25%–50% travel throughout Leon County and surrounding counties Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance required Total Rewards At Big Bend Hospice, we believe in caring for our team as well as our community. We offer: Competitive salary Comprehensive benefits package Professional development opportunities Employee recognition programs Work that is meaningful and mission-driven Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) for most positions Join Our Mission If you're ready to use your counseling skills to bring comfort, hope, and healing to those experiencing loss, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us inspire hope by positively impacting the way our community experiences serious illness and grief—one family at a time. Big Bend Hospice is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace for all.