Grief Care Counselor-Licensed Position Available In Sarasota, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Grief Care Counselor-Licensed position at Empath Health involves providing counseling to community clients coping with end-stage illnesses or traumatic deaths. Qualifications include a Master's degree in social work or clinical counseling, LCSW licensure preferred, and the ability to type 25 wpm. This role requires reliable transportation and flu vaccination. Join the team at Empath Health to make a positive impact in the community.
Job Description
Grief Care Counselor-Licensed Job
ID GRIEF010595
Date posted 04/08/2025
The Grief Care Counselor:
1. Provide counseling to community clients who are coping with an end stage or chronic illness or who have been affected by a traumatic death.
2. Assess the social and emotional factors related to the illness or death and uses clinically proven interventions to minimize psychological distress.
3. Attend all counseling center meetings and other meetings as requested.
4. Maintain all clinical records in the electronic medical record, ensuring clinical documentation is completed daily and follows all organizational and regulatory requirements.
5. Develop and facilitate support groups and retreats that support the needs of the counseling center clients.
6. Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager of Tidewell Grief Care or Senior Vice President of Innovation and Community Health.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Education and/or
Experience:
Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education preferred; or Master’s degree from a clinical counseling program such as mental health
Licensure:
LCSW preferred, will consider LMHC or LMFT and Valid Florida State Driver’s License
Continuing Education:
As required for licensure.
- Bi-lingual preferred
- The ability to type 25 wpm is highly preferred. Must receive a passing grade on a pre-employment computer literacy evaluation.
- For field-based positions, employees must have reliable transportation which will enable them to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion.
Must provide proof of valid automobile insurance, a copy of which will be placed in the employee’s HR file.
Weekly Schedule:
The position can be 5 days per week from 8am – 5pm, or 4 days per week, 10-hour days Empath Health values diversity as it strengthens our community and care. We embrace the diversity of cultures, thoughts, beliefs and traditions of our employees, volunteers and people we are honored to serve across our network. Our diverse staff reflects our community and each day, we work to be respectful, sensitive and competent with each other and those in our care. In every journey, we are dedicated to achieving comfort, dignity and exceptional care. Those of all backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to apply with us or seek our care and services. Our commitment to patient, client, staff and volunteer safety is a cornerstone of a High Reliability Organization with a focus on zero harm. Participation in the seasonal influenza is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Empath Health employees. Providing compassionate, full life care is an honor we take seriously at Empath Health. Join our team and make a positive impact in the community!
