Bereavement Coordinator (Hospice)

Plans, directs, organizes and coordinates all bereavement activities such as the assessment and follow bereaved for 13 months during bereavement period in a manner that is meaningful to the clients served on a daily basis. Supervises the implementation of an individualized bereavement plan of care and bereavement counseling, if desired by patient/family, both before and after the patient's death on as needed basis. Forms liaisons with other support services in the community and assures an appropriate level of bereavement support for each client on a daily basis. Conducts or assists with community education programs and grief support groups presenting information regarding the process of grief on daily or as needed basis. Responsible for updating personnel files, completes assignments given through LHC Connect and attends required in-services on as needed basis. Functions as a preceptor to new hires. Ensures bereavement phone calls and/or visits are completed according to plan of care.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Bereavement Coordinator (Hospice) in 2550 Meridian Blvd, Franklin, TN 37067, USA is $41,000 to $63,000. The salary range typically falls between $37,000 and $68,000.

The job responsibilities of a Bereavement Coordinator (Hospice) include providing bereavement support services to families and individuals, developing and implementing bereavement support services, serving as a liaison between healthcare providers and bereaved families, providing counseling and grief support to families and individuals, and helping families and individuals cope with loss. Additional duties may include researching and evaluating end-of-life issues, providing education and information to healthcare providers and the community, coordinating memorial services, and providing support and advocacy for bereaved families and individuals.

LHC Group, Inc. is a national provider of in-home healthcare services and innovations, providing quality, value-based healthcare to patients primarily within the comfort and privacy of their home or place of residence. LHC Group’s services cover a wide range of healthcare needs for patients and families dealing with illness, injury, or chronic conditions.