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Associate Bereavement Counselor

CompanyBy the Bay Health
LocationLarkspur
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 5, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Associate Bereavement Counselor provides individual, family, group, and school-based grief counseling to hospice families and community members. They work under clinical supervision to address the emotional needs of patients and families impacted by terminal illness and loss.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$30 - $36
Company Size
331
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
24 hours
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About The Company
If you’re looking for a career that brings purpose to your everyday life, then you’re in the right place. At By The Bay Health, we live true to the philosophy of being of service to others by providing high-quality, compassionate health care services to those who need it most. Our rich tradition of serving communities across the Bay Area is underscored by the incredible growth we’ve seen over the past decade as we enter new service areas and expand care options for our patients -- and we’re looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals who want to take part in that growth. At By The Bay Health, our teams of physicians, nurses, home health aides, and other healthcare professionals work alongside patients and families during some of the most vulnerable moments of the human experience. Our Hospice, Palliative, and Home Health care teams understand the importance of building strong, trusting relationships and providing expert care for those nearing the end-of-life, experiencing chronic pain, or those who need a little extra help receiving care at home – and as a purpose-driven non-profit, we stand proud that no patient is ever turned away due to an inability to pay. Over the past 45 years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to building an environment where employees can thrive and build meaningful careers with true impact. Our model of care is built for flexibility and opportunities for growth. Our affiliation with UCSF brings access to world renowned expertise for all of our clinicians. We are an organization found and led by nurses who understand the unique challenges health professionals face in their careers. More than a third of our staff have worked with us for more than five years and one staff member, we are proud to say, was part of the founding team in 1975. Whatever your role with us at BTBH, you will be supported by a collaborative and diverse group of colleagues who share the same values.
About the Role

By The Bay Health, a non-profit established in 1975, set the standard for hospice in the U.S. by emphasizing the role of the patient in making important medical decisions. Our spectrum of home-based services now includes Skilled Home Health Care, Palliative Care, Adult Hospice Care and Pediatric Care. Our team approach strives to address practical, social, emotional and spiritual aspects of care, with the goal to maximize quality of life for our patients, caregivers and families.

We are seeking an Associate Bereavement Counselor/Intern (post grad) for our Grief Counseling program. The Associate Bereavement Counselor/Intern works under supervision of a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, and provides individual and group counseling services to patients/families to address their emotional needs related to the impact of a terminal illness, loss, and grief.

Schedule:

Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday

Location: 

Larkspur, CA office; 1 day remote option

By the Bay Health follows all CDPH vaccine requirements for healthcare personnel.
 
Associate Bereavement Counselors provide individual, family, group, and school-based Grief Counseling to bereaved Hospice families and members of the community.
 
Associate Bereavement Counselors receive:

  • Weekly individual and group supervision meeting requirements of the BBS.
  • A wide range of applicable educational in-services and learning opportunities.
  • An hourly stipend and benefits
  • Extensive training in clinical documentation in an electronic medical record.
  • Development of Associate Bereavement Counselor's theoretical orientation in a supportive environment.
  • Professional counseling experience in a fast-paced medical agency

 Prospective candidates must:

  • Hold a master’s degree from an accredited master’s degree Program in Counseling Psychology or Social Work. Appropriate registration with the BBS required.
  • 1+ years of experience conducting on-going counseling preferred (virtually or in-person).
  • Be knowledgeable about Loss and Grief Counseling techniques.
  • Be able to commit to 24 hrs./week, including one evening per week, (on an intermittent basis), for a minimum of 18 months as well as travel to satellite sites, as needed.
  • Have availability which includes Wednesdays and either Mon. or Fri.’s. & the 1st Wednesday of each month.
  • Be proficient in basic Microsoft Office applications. Experience with documentation in an electronic medical record preferred.

Candidates bi-lingual in Mandarin are encouraged to apply.

Pay Range:
$30.00 - $36.00 hourly

By the Bay Health is proud to serve our community as an equal employment opportunity employer.  Everyone is valued and welcome at BTBH. Our organization is committed to diversity, equity and continues to build a culture of inclusion by recruiting, screening, hiring and retaining any qualified individual without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, registered domestic partner status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, family care status, military care status, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful by Federal, state, or local laws.

Key Skills
Grief counselingIndividual counselingGroup counselingClinical documentationElectronic medical recordMicrosoft OfficeCrisis interventionHospice carePalliative careEmotional supportFamily counselingSchool-based counselingTerminal illness supportMandarin
Categories
HealthcareSocial Services
Benefits
Weekly individual and group supervisionEducational in-servicesLearning opportunitiesHourly stipendTraining in clinical documentation