About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate, organized individual to coordinate and deliver grief and bereavement support programming. This role focuses on helping individuals who are anticipating a death or coping with loss by providing opportunities for education, connection, and peer support in a safe and respectful environment. This is not a grief counselling position. The role does not provide professional therapy or counselling services, but instead offers information, resources, and facilitated group or individual sessions that help participants explore grief and coping strategies.

Key Responsibilities

· Plan, organize, and facilitate grief and bereavement programming in group and individual settings (in-person and virtual).

· Share accessible, culturally and linguistically appropriate information and educational resources.

· Organize peer-support opportunities for individuals experiencing similar situations.

· Coordinate technology and equipment needs to support service delivery in rural and remote communities and for individuals unable to attend in person.

· Track participation, feedback, and program outcomes for reporting purposes.

· Maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and confidential workplace for all participants.





Education and Experience

· Diploma or degree in social services, community development, health sciences, or a related field.

· Training and experience in grief and bereavement support, palliative care, or related topics is required for this role.

· Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Additional Qualifications
Experience facilitating groups, workshops, or community programs (experience in grief and bereavement support is an asset).
Robust communication and interpersonal skills with empathy and cultural sensitivity.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Comfortable with technology for virtual program delivery.
Background in nursing, social work, or a related human services field is an asset but not required.

Additional Information
This position may involve evening or weekend programming.
Travel within Haldimand & Norfolk Counties is required.

Pay: From $24.14 per hour

Advantages:
Dental care
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
In office parking
Paid time off
RRSP match
Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Grief And Bereavement Program Coordinator Simcoe
🏢 Haldimand-Norfolk Community Senior Support Services
📍 Simcoe