Grief Counselor at Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo, New York

Job Description:

Title: Grief Counselor

Job Type:

Temporary, Non-Benefited
Company:Health Research, Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division
Department: Spiritual Care
Time Type: Part time
Weekly Hours: 7

FTE:

0.175
Shift: First Shift (United States of America)




Summary: Supports the work of the chaplain to provide grief support to patients, families, and staff experiencing immediate exceptional grief. Works closely with the Director of Spiritual Care in planning the annual overnight Grief Retreat and Educational Conferences about Loss and Grief. Assists in planning Remembrance Services within the center. Supports special programming, research, education, and marketing efforts to promote the Spiritual Care Department and the overall organization's mission and growth. Ensures that Roswell Park provides complete Spiritual Care Services, at the initial cancer diagnosis, during cancer treatment, at end-of-life, and after the death of the patient, to family members.


This is a part time, temporary non-benefited position. The starting hourly range is $23.32 - $29.58.




Qualifications:Required Education and Experience


License Requirement
Valid New York State Driver's License.


Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Grief, Family Counseling, Mental Health, Social Work or Psychology and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience in grief counseling.


NOTE:
Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.



Equal Employment Opportunity Statement



Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual's relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.


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Reasonable Accommodation Request



RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.



Our Core Values



RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.



Grant Funding



This is a grant-funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables is required.



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