Bereavement Counselor Jobs
Bereavement Counselor jobs are open across hospices, hospitals, nonprofit organizations, and mental health agencies, from entry-level and associate roles to licensed clinical supervisors, with specializations in grief therapy, end-of-life support, and trauma-informed care. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Position Scope:
The Bereavement Counselor, under the direction of the COO, provides emotional counseling and support to patients, significant others, families, and other team members. Continued management of all aspects of the bereavement program.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
I. Essential Functions/Performance Factors
· Assesses pre-bereavement needs of the patient/family at the patient's admission.
o Reviews the grief/loss section on the initial admission form completed by the Social Worker.
o Begins evaluation of family’s bereavement needs at patient’s admission and throughout patient’s stay.
o Evaluates continually effectiveness of intervention and make appropriate changes to Plan of Care.
· Assesses the needs of the bereaved; develops, implements, and periodically evaluates a plan of care.
o Completes initial assessment within agency time frames.
o Develops and implements a Plan of Care related to identified bereaved.
o Evaluates continually effectiveness of interventions and make appropriate changes to Plan of Care.
o Assesses needs of any children/teens in family related to grief and loss issues.
· Educates the bereaved in the understanding of grief as a natural process.
o Provides education regarding grief and mourning during initial visit.
o Supplies on going education/support through every other month mailings.
o Presents opportunities for bereaved to attend grief education classes and special programs.
· Counsels bereaved regarding the effects of grief and loss.
o Pursues interventions identified in the care plan.
o Utilizes agency resources related to coping with grief and loss.
o Follows through with outside referrals when appropriate.
o Works in conjunction with volunteers to provide education/support through quarterly phone calls.
· Provides bereavement support and education to non-hospice families.
o Interacts on community level by public speaking and networking.
o Provides education to schools, businesses, other organizations and individuals as requested.
o Develops programs for community as needs arise.
· Documents care provided in an accurate, complete, and timely manner.
· Participates in performance improvement activities.
Uses agency resources wisely.
Supervisor Responsibilities:
None
Education and Work Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling or Social Work preferred or equivalent experience.
- One to two years of related experience
- Evidence of experience and skills necessary to perform job
- Exhibits excellent communication skills
Certifications and Licenses:
Current driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation
Confidentiality:
The Bereavement Counselor must carry out responsibilities in an ethical, professional and confidential manner.
Physical Demands
Lift/Carry
Stand O (Occasionally)
Walk O (Occasionally)
Sit O (Occasionally)
Handling / Typing F (Frequently)
Reach Outward O (Occasionally)
Reach Above Shoulder O (Occasionally)
Climb O (Occasionally)
Crawl N (Not Applicable)
Squat or Kneel O (Not Applicable)
Bend O (Not Applicable)
10 lbs or less O (Occasionally)
11-20 lbs N (Not Applicable
21-50 lbs N (Not Applicable
51-100 lbs N (Not Applicable
Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable)
Push/Pull
12 lbs or less N (Not Applicable
13-25 lbs N (Not Applicable
26-40 lbs N (Not Applicable
41-100 lbs N (Not Applicable)
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Other Physical Requirements
Sense of Sound (able to hear normal conversation)
Sense of Touch
Sense of Sight
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is exposed to outside weather conditions when traveling between sites. Patients’ home environments are variable with regard to heat, noise, air circulation and conditioning, space, cleanliness, accessibility and all other environmental factors. Inpatient and skilled nursing facility environments are standardized. Office environment in a controlled atmosphere building.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Position Scope:
The Bereavement Counselor, under the direction of the COO, provides emotional counseling and support to patients, significant others, families, and other team members. Continued management of all aspects of the bereavement program.
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
I. Essential Functions/Performance Factors
· Assesses pre-bereavement needs of the patient/family at the patient's admission.
o Reviews the grief/loss section on the initial admission form completed by the Social Worker.
o Begins evaluation of family’s bereavement needs at patient’s admission and throughout patient’s stay.
o Evaluates continually effectiveness of intervention and make appropriate changes to Plan of Care.
· Assesses the needs of the bereaved; develops, implements, and periodically evaluates a plan of care.
o Completes initial assessment within agency time frames.
o Develops and implements a Plan of Care related to identified bereaved.
o Evaluates continually effectiveness of interventions and make appropriate changes to Plan of Care.
o Assesses needs of any children/teens in family related to grief and loss issues.
· Educates the bereaved in the understanding of grief as a natural process.
o Provides education regarding grief and mourning during initial visit.
o Supplies on going education/support through every other month mailings.
o Presents opportunities for bereaved to attend grief education classes and special programs.
· Counsels bereaved regarding the effects of grief and loss.
o Pursues interventions identified in the care plan.
o Utilizes agency resources related to coping with grief and loss.
o Follows through with outside referrals when appropriate.
o Works in conjunction with volunteers to provide education/support through quarterly phone calls.
· Provides bereavement support and education to non-hospice families.
o Interacts on community level by public speaking and networking.
o Provides education to schools, businesses, other organizations and individuals as requested.
o Develops programs for community as needs arise.
· Documents care provided in an accurate, complete, and timely manner.
· Participates in performance improvement activities.
Uses agency resources wisely.
Supervisor Responsibilities:
None
Education and Work Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling or Social Work preferred or equivalent experience.
- One to two years of related experience
- Evidence of experience and skills necessary to perform job
- Exhibits excellent communication skills
Certifications and Licenses:
Current driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation
Confidentiality:
The Bereavement Counselor must carry out responsibilities in an ethical, professional and confidential manner.
Physical Demands
Lift/Carry
Stand O (Occasionally)
Walk O (Occasionally)
Sit O (Occasionally)
Handling / Typing F (Frequently)
Reach Outward O (Occasionally)
Reach Above Shoulder O (Occasionally)
Climb O (Occasionally)
Crawl N (Not Applicable)
Squat or Kneel O (Not Applicable)
Bend O (Not Applicable)
10 lbs or less O (Occasionally)
11-20 lbs N (Not Applicable
21-50 lbs N (Not Applicable
51-100 lbs N (Not Applicable
Over 100 lbs N (Not Applicable)
Push/Pull
12 lbs or less N (Not Applicable
13-25 lbs N (Not Applicable
26-40 lbs N (Not Applicable
41-100 lbs N (Not Applicable)
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Other Physical Requirements
Sense of Sound (able to hear normal conversation)
Sense of Touch
Sense of Sight
WORK ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is exposed to outside weather conditions when traveling between sites. Patients’ home environments are variable with regard to heat, noise, air circulation and conditioning, space, cleanliness, accessibility and all other environmental factors. Inpatient and skilled nursing facility environments are standardized. Office environment in a controlled atmosphere building.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in bereavement counselor jobs.
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related clinical field
- Active state licensure such as LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or eligibility for supervised licensure
- Experience providing individual and group grief or bereavement counseling
- Familiarity with hospice philosophy, palliative care settings, or end-of-life support
- Ability to conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized care plans
- Strong documentation skills and experience with electronic health record systems
Tips for Your Bereavement Counselor Job Search
Tailor your resume to licensure requirements
Many bereavement counselor postings specify a required license, such as LPC, LCSW, or LMFT. List your credential with the issuing state and expiration date near the top of your resume so hiring managers confirm your eligibility without digging.
Highlight modalities used in grief work
Employers want to see specific therapeutic approaches, not just 'counseling experience.' Name the frameworks you use, such as Complicated Grief Treatment, Narrative Therapy, or Meaning-Based interventions, and connect each to a client population you served.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists bereavement counselor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by care setting strategically
Hospice organizations, children's hospitals, and community grief centers each weight different skills. Read the posting carefully for population focus, caseload size, and interdisciplinary team structure, then align your cover letter language to those specifics before applying.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers frequently present hypothetical cases involving complicated grief, suicide risk, or family conflict. Practice structured responses that walk through assessment, your clinical reasoning, and how you'd coordinate with the broader care team for each scenario.
Negotiate continuing education support upfront
Licensure renewal in most states requires grief-specific CEUs. During the offer stage, ask whether the employer covers conference fees, supervision hours toward specialization, or memberships in organizations like the Association for Death Education and Counseling.
Bereavement Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most bereavement counselors?
The most active employers for bereavement counselors right now are Newport Hospice, Chapters Health System, and Bloom Healthcare, and the most openings are in California, Florida, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hospice networks and nonprofit grief centers tend to post the most consistently throughout the year.
How many bereavement counselor jobs are remote?
About 0% of bereavement counselor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader adoption of telehealth platforms for grief support. Individual and group grief therapy sessions, psychoeducation, and crisis check-ins are the sub-areas most commonly offered through remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a bereavement counselor?
Start by earning a master's degree in counseling, social work, or psychology with coursework in grief, loss, and trauma. Complete the supervised clinical hours your state requires for licensure, then pass the relevant licensing exam. Seek out practicums or internships in hospice, palliative care, or community grief programs to build direct experience, and pursue specialized training in evidence-based grief models to strengthen your clinical foundation.
Can you get hired as a bereavement counselor with little experience?
Entry-level roles do exist, particularly at hospices that hire counselors who are still accruing supervised hours toward full licensure. Volunteer work with grief support groups, internships in palliative care units, or a practicum at a community bereavement center all count as relevant experience. Emphasizing your clinical supervision arrangement and any grief-specific coursework helps hiring managers see your readiness even without years of post-degree work.
What does the bereavement counselor interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone or video screen to confirm licensure status and care-setting fit, followed by one or two in-person or virtual rounds. You can expect competency questions about your grief framework, clinical documentation habits, and how you manage vicarious trauma. Some hospice and hospital employers include a panel interview with social workers, nurses, or chaplains, and a few ask you to respond to a written or verbal case scenario before a final offer.
Where can I find and apply to bereavement counselor jobs?
You can find and apply to bereavement counselor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your licensure, care-setting preference, and population focus, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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