Grief Counselor – Gaston & Mecklenburg Counties | Carolina Caring

CAROLINA CARING CAREERS

Grief Counselor – Gaston & Mecklenburg Counties

Gastonia, NC

Carolina Caring has been nationally recognized by Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work for Seven consecutive years (2019-2025). We are proud of our award-winning culture and are seeking dedicated professionals who share our passion for compassionate care.

 

Carolina Caring is seeking a skilled and compassionate Grief Counselor to support grieving adults, children, and families as they navigate the loss of a loved one. The Hospice Bereavement Counselor provides individual counseling, facilitates support groups, and participates in community grief education initiatives. This role is essential in delivering comprehensive bereavement services that reflect the mission of Carolina Caring, ensuring support is provided with sensitivity, cultural awareness, and respect for each person’s unique experience of grief.

This position will support Mecklenburg and Gaston counties.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Complete bereavement assessments and develop individualized care plans
  • Collaborate with the hospice interdisciplinary team to identify and support high-risk family members
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards
  • Assist with planning and participating in Remembrance Events, children’s grief camps, and other supportive community programs

Employee Type:

Full-Time, Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm

Minimum Experience:

Clinical knowledge, training, and skills to assess patients and families counseling needs. Experience in hospice or healthcare environment preferred. Experience in group facilitation and/or public speaking preferred.

Required Degree:

Bachelor’s degree in human service field with three years’ experience and/or education in the grief and dying process. Master’s degree in counseling or related field or LCSW preferred.

Benefits:

Full-time positions come with an outstanding benefits package, including paid time off and mileage reimbursement.

Travel:

50%

Additional Info:

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