Rate of Pay:$38.81/hour - $44.24/hour (Starting salary will be determined by factors such as relevant experience, qualifications, internal equity, and market conditions)Reason For Posting:The posting is for a newly funded positionWho We AreAt Good Shepherd, we are committed to providing hope and enhancing dignity and self-determination for individuals and families. To learn more about Good Shepherd, visit our website at www.Goodshepherdcentres.CaThis opportunity is with our Valuable Shepherd – Hospice & Palliative Care Program.How You Will Make an ImpactReporting to the Clinical Manager, Hospice & Palliative Care, the Spiritual Care – Psychosocial Grief & Bereavement Clinician enhances the dignity and quality of life of clients, families, caregivers, and staff through the provision of compassionate, culturally responsive, and trauma‑informed care.This role integrates spiritual care, psychosocial support, and clinical grief counselling within an interdisciplinary model of care. The clinician supports individuals and families experiencing grief, loss, and bereavement across diverse belief systems and worldviews, addressing emotional, spiritual, existential, and relational dimensions of care.As a key member of the interdisciplinary team, you will provide evidence‑based clinical interventions for individuals and groups experiencing complex grief and bereavement. You will collaborate with internal and external partners, contribute to coordinated care planning, and support quality improvement, research, and education initiatives.All services are delivered in alignment with Ontario-regulated scopes of practice and professional standards, including those set by regulatory bodies such as OCSWSSW, CRPO, or CPO, as well as the Canadian Association for Spiritual Care (CASC/ACSS). The role requires adherence to Good Shepherd’s Mission, Vision, and Values, while applying anti‑racist, anti‑oppressive, and culturally safe frameworks.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide individual, family, and group grief and bereavement counsellingConduct comprehensive biopsychosocial‑spiritual assessments, including risk, consent, and complexity of griefAddress anticipatory, traumatic, complicated, and ambiguous griefIntegrate spiritual care, meaning making,



and ritual in a culturally safe and non‑impositional mannerProvide crisis intervention and time‑limited counselling supportsCollaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and allied professionalsParticipate in interdisciplinary rounds, case conferences, and coordinated care planningProvide consultation and education on grief, bereavement, and spiritual care to staff and learnersMaintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with PHIPA and regulatory standardsPractice in accordance with professional Codes of Ethics and Standards of PracticeEngage in reflective practice, supervision, and continuous quality improvement initiativesDeliver services in a dignified, respectful, and culturally competent manner aligned with Good Shepherd valuesWork in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Good Shepherd policiesEnsure a safe working environment for clients, staff, and visitorsReport hazards, incidents, or safety concerns as requiredSupport program development, evaluation, and reporting initiativesParticipate in community engagement and stakeholder collaborationPerform other duties as assigned to support the Hospice & Palliative Care ProgramWhat You’ll Bring to Our TeamMaster’s degree in social work (MSW), Psychotherapy, Counselling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or Theology/Divinity with clinical spiritual care trainingCompletion of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE/SPE) or equivalent (minimum 2–4 units)Specialized training in grief, bereavement, trauma‑informed care, and palliative careActive registration in valuable standing with one of the following:Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OCSWSSW)College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO)College of Psychologists of Ontario (CPO)Certification or eligibility with CASC/ACSS considered an assetMinimum 5+ years of clinical experience in grief,



bereavement, palliative care, or mental health settingsExperience supporting individuals and families through death, dying, trauma, and complex lossExperience working within healthcare, hospice, or community‑based systemsStrong clinical assessment and therapeutic counselling skills (individual, family, and group)Ability to apply trauma‑informed, anti‑oppressive, and culturally safe practicesExcellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship‑building skillsStrong ethical judgment, professional boundaries, and reflective practiceAbility to work effectively within an interdisciplinary teamStrong organizational and documentation skillsHigh emotional intelligence and resilience in emotionally sensitive environmentsAbility to work effectively in a primarily office‑based environment with hybrid flexibilityOccasional evening or weekend work may be requiredComfort working in fast‑paced settings with competing priorities and emotional demandsExperience supporting individuals in grief, trauma, and end‑of‑life contextsPolice clearance required in accordance with organizational policiesAbility to communicate in a language in addition to English is an assetWhat We OfferBe a part of a caring team that supports our local communitySupport for continuing education and professional developmentStaff recognition programs and access to employee & family assistance program (EAP)Positive and encouraging workplace cultureOpportunity to make a meaningful impact and provide hopeExtended health benefitsJoin our team and be part of a group that values compassion, professionalism, and the importance of maintaining dignity and respect for all.Good Shepherd, a ministry of the Hospitaller Order of St. John of God, is an equal opportunity employer operating within an anti‑racist and anti‑oppression framework. We strive to create inclusive workplaces that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.Good Shepherd welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (phone hidden).#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Spiritual Care – Psychosocial Grief & Bereavement Clinician - $38.8 - $44.2 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Good Shepherd
📍 Winnipeg