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Envision Consulting

Executive Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Helping Hearts will focus on advocacy for grieving families, grief education and workforce development, volunteer training, community-building through conferences, scholarship programs, and direct ...

Envision Consulting

Executive Director

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Helping Hearts will focus on advocacy for grieving families, grief education and workforce development, volunteer training, community-building through conferences, scholarship programs, and direct ...

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How much do grief educator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for grief educator in the United States is $45.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37.74 and $51.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Grief Educator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Grief Educator, you need a background in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field, often complemented by specialized training or certification in grief counseling or grief education. Familiarity with resources like learning management systems, virtual meeting platforms, and community support tools is typically required. Outstanding interpersonal communication, empathy, cultural sensitivity, and group facilitation skills set exceptional candidates apart. These abilities are crucial for effectively supporting bereaved individuals, delivering educational programs, and fostering safe, inclusive learning environments.

What are some common challenges Grief Educators encounter in their work?

Grief Educators often face the challenge of addressing a wide range of emotional responses while creating a safe space for participants to share their experiences. They must navigate sensitive topics, adapt educational content to diverse audiences, and manage group dynamics during emotionally charged discussions. Collaboration with counselors, healthcare professionals, and community organizations is common to ensure comprehensive support for those grieving. Despite these challenges, many find the work deeply rewarding, as it allows them to make a meaningful impact on individuals and communities coping with loss.

What is a Grief Educator job?

A Grief Educator is a professional who provides education, resources, and guidance to individuals, families, or groups coping with loss. They help people understand the grieving process, develop coping strategies, and normalize grief experiences. Grief Educators may work in schools, healthcare settings, community organizations, or as independent consultants. Their role is not to provide therapy but to offer support, knowledge, and tools to help individuals navigate grief in healthy ways.

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Infographic showing various Grief Educator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,727 per year, or $45.5 per hour.
Grief Counselor

Grief Counselor

Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care

Joliet, IL • On-site

$54K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 44 rated hospices

Job description

Founded in 1982 as Joliet Area Community Hospice, Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is an independent, nonprofit healthcare provider licensed in 11 counties in northwest Illinois. We provide exceptional serious illness care, hospice care and grief support for adults and children.
The majority of our direct patient care is in the field with Lightways team members providing care in the home, nursing facility or assisted living facility. We also have a 24-bed inpatient unit in Joliet. Non-clinical staff are based out of our Joliet administrative offices.
Grief Counselor:
The Grief Counselor provides individual and family grief counseling, support group facilitation and outreach to both hospice and community clients who have experienced the death of loved one. Services are provided both in-person and via telehealth. Monday - Friday 9-5 with some evening hours required.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Providing outreach to hospice families to determine their grief support needs.
  • Completing a bereavement assessment of the hospice family's needs and developing an individualized plan of care based on the bereavement assessment.
  • Providing grief counseling to the bereaved on a time-limited basis as deemed helpful and appropriate. This will at times be provided pre-bereavement.
  • Referring to the community those bereaved who need mental health or other community resources when needed.
  • Maintaining clinical records related to grief support services performed.
  • Promoting grief education and support to the hospice team on an individual or group basis.
  • Participating in the Interdisciplinary Team Meetings to determine grief support needs of hospice families.

Education/Experience:
  • Master's degree in social work from an accredited graduate program.
  • Minimum of one year of experience as an LPC or LSW (preferred), healthcare or hospice experience preferred.
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is strongly preferred
  • Experience counseling children and teens is highly preferred
  • Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state or organization requirements; and is in good working order.

Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Personal Time Off
  • Holiday Paid

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