Grief Therapist \ Coordinator of Youth Support

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

Livingston Memorial is looking for a Full Time, 40 hours a week, Grief Therapist\Coordinator of Youth Services, to support our Grief and Bereavement team. Must be able to work 2 evenings a week.

We are proud to announce that Livingston Memorial’s Hospice Program has earned a 5-STAR RATING from Medicare, and one of only 11- five-star hospices in all of California!

Come be a part of a company whose mission for the last 78 years is to deliver the highest quality, compassionate in-home healthcare and support services to Ventura County residents!

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for overseeing all school-based programming and youth counseling services, providing individual counseling and group facilitation as needed; in accordance with accreditation guidelines, Medicare and State regulations, Board of Behavioral Science regulations, and Livingston's policies and procedures.

What You’ll Do:

• Provides individual, couples and family grief counseling.
• Coordinates with county school systems to educate, inform, and provide necessary grief support services.
• Develops an effective youth centered grief support program to meet the needs of the community.
• Provides annual psychoeducation and youth grief support groups training for school-based personnel as needed.
• Attends necessary meetings and effectively updates supervisor regarding school program.
• Communicates with all Ventura County school districts regarding trainings
• Responsible for maintaining all records and statistics pertaining to the school program.
• Supports school crisis response team when necessary.
• Acts as a grief and bereavement resource to schools.
• Communicates effectively with Program Director all needs and concerns related to the school program.
• Facilitates weekly grief support groups.
• Maintains productive caseload.
• Complies with the Board of Behavioral Sciences Code of Ethics and licensing requirements.
• Adheres to requirements of HIPPA.
• Attends the comprehensive Grief and Bereavement and Support Group Facilitation Classes.
• Participates in supervision or case conference as determined by caseload.
• Completes in a timely fashion electronic charting and all necessary paperwork and record keeping.
• Actively participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• Promotes a setting that fosters comfort, dignity and empowerment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

What We’re Looking For:

• Master's degree in psychology, counseling, or social work from an accredited graduate program.
• Valid California Professional License in the field of Study (LCSW, LMFT)
• Available 2 evenings a week
• 2-4 years of experience in providing Individual /Group Therapy.
• Complies with B.B.S. Code of Ethics and Licensing requirements.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and exchange information with other staff and the public.
• Maintains a positive, professional, and respectful attitude.
• Counselor/ Associate, will track their hours and complete all necessary paperwork through the BBS.
• Able to maintain a one-year commitment to the program, preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License and Auto Insurance.
• Understanding of grief response and experience with counseling individuals and/or in groups regarding loss.
• Knowledge of computer, proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of attention to details and good organizational skills.
• Able to work independently, take ownership and responsibility of tasks.
• Strong professional ethics, discretion and judgment.
• Good organizational skills.

What We Offer:

• Hourly Rate
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Paid training and ongoing education
• Bilingual Stipend
• Supportive team environment
• A chance to truly make a difference in the lives of patients and families

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement plan
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Ancillary Insurance (Critical Illness, Accident, Life, Hospital)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Floating Holiday
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Continuing Education opportunities
• Employee Recognition Program

Join a company that is a cornerstone in the community and a leader in healthcare!