EDUCATION REQUIRED: 

·Bachelor's Degree with a background in counseling, social work, psychology, or relevant field required.

·Master's Degree preferred.

 EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

·Minimum of five (5) years commensurate work experience accepted in lieu of Bachelor's degree.

·Previous experience working with volunteers, bereavement, and children's issues preferred.

·Proficiency with software programs, including Microsoft office required.

·Flexibility to participate at the overnight children's grief camp weekend required.

·Requires interpersonal skills to present a positive image of Henry Ford Health and SandCastles Grief Support Program to volunteers, families, and the community.

·Displays sensitivity in discussing the reality of death, grief, and loss, with children, families, volunteers, and the community.

·Excellent written communication skills, writing concisely and objectively in documentation with timeliness and accuracy required.

·Maintains confidentiality of records and information relating to families, volunteers, and staff.

·Utilizes effective communication skills and displays tact and decorum in all communication with staff, families, volunteers, administration, and community representatives.

·Transports supplies to assigned community program sites.

·Responsible for set up and take down at program sites as needed. (i.e., May include setting up tables/tents, moving/transporting bins, and boxes.)

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

·Must have valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

·Works in a clean, well-lighted office environment.

·Works in a variety of community program settings and camps.

·Subjected to irregular working hours including evenings and weekends as needed.

·Must have valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation.

·Requires use of personal vehicle during work hours for travel within surrounding counties to SandCastles program sites and camp.

·Occasional lifting may be required.

·Works under the supervision of the SandCastles Manager and Leadership.

·In the absence of a Program or Clinical Staff, may need to cover duties.

Equipment:

·Office equipment, supplies, and database necessary to provide SandCastles services.

·Use of protective equipment as needed for standard precautions.

• Organization: Community Care Services
• Department: HF Hospice Sand Castle
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable