Compassionate Care Specialist

7 days ago


Joliet, Illinois, United States Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care Full time

As a Compassionate Care Specialist at Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those dealing with loss and grief.

We are seeking a skilled professional to join our team as a Grief Counselor. In this role, you will provide individualized support to patients and their families, assessing and developing plans of care tailored to their unique needs.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Assessment and Planning: Conduct thorough assessments of patients' emotional and psychological well-being, identifying areas where support is needed and developing personalized plans to address these needs.
  • Grief Counseling: Provide time-limited grief counseling to individuals and families, helping them navigate the grieving process and find ways to cope with their emotions.
  • Community Referral: Refer patients to community resources for specialized or intensive counseling services when necessary.
  • Clinical Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records, tracking patient progress and outcomes.
  • Team Collaboration: Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure that all aspects of patient care are being addressed.

To be successful in this role, you will need a Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field, as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or LSW certification. Experience working with Spanish-speaking populations and children/teens is a plus.

Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care offers a competitive salary range of $65,000 - $85,000 per year, depending on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, disability, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.



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