Bereavement Support Worker

Grief Encounter was set up in December 2003 to ensure that bereaved children and their families receive the best possible support following the death of a parent, sibling and someone close. We deliver both local and national bereavement services. JOB TITLE: Bereavement Support Worker SALARY: £30,000 per annum (FTE) LOCATION: Mill Hill, London NW7 4ST CONTRACTED HOURS: 40 hours with a 1 hour paid rest break per day including evening and occasional weekends RESPONSIBLE TO: Team Leader Our Vision: A world where no child grieves alone. Our Mission: To help bereaved children, young people and their families find hope and healing. Our Values: are very important to us and as a member of the Grief Encounter team, you will be expected to hold these in your day to day work: Compassion We lead with empathy and kindness, putting people first Excellence We deliver the highest quality and make a meaningful difference Integrity We act honestly, ethically, and witj courage and dignity PURPOSE To ensure bereaved clients receive appropriate, timely support. Tasks include reviewing referral forms, completing administrative tasks and acting as the first point of contact for referrals and enquires from both bereaved families and third-party referrers. Supporting family programmes and volunteers. The role will also require managing a small caseload requiring bereavement support work. JOB SUMMARY • Providing written copies and helping to update and maintain literature relevant to Grief ..... full job details .....