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UW Health

Care Coordinator - $59K-88K per year

Madison, WI · On-site

$59K - $88K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provide bereavement and grief support directly to donor families * Support, guide, and provide direction for the donor family aftercare program of UW Organ and Tissue Donation (UW OTD) * Serve as a ...

UW Health

Social Worker - Emergency Department

Madison, WI · On-site

$66K - $99K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provide response and intervention in the context of Trauma activations, provide acute grief support, assist with psychiatric dispositions, support patient needs being assessed and met (including but ...

UW Health

Social Worker - Emergency Department

Madison, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provide response and intervention in the context of Trauma activations, provide acute grief support, assist with psychiatric dispositions, support patient needs being assessed and met (including but ...

UWHealth

Social Worker - Emergency Department

Madison, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provide response and intervention in the context of Trauma activations, provide acute grief support, assist with psychiatric dispositions, support patient needs being assessed and met (including but ...

LG-OSS LLC

Inventory Associate

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$13/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Grief Support Services * 12 Weeks of Short-Term Disability - Paid by LG-OSS * Additional Free Perks Included: * 3 complimentary-in person/virtual counseling sessions for you and your family

LG-OSS LLC

Inventory Associate

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$13/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

Grief Support Services * 12 Weeks of Short-Term Disability - Paid by LG-OSS * Additional Free Perks Included: * 3 complimentary-in person/virtual counseling sessions for you and your family

UW Health

Social Work - Social Worker

Madison, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Provide response and intervention in the context of Trauma activations, provide acute grief support, assist with psychiatric dispositions, support patient needs being assessed and met (including but ...

Agrace

Hospice Social Worker - La Crosse Area

La Crosse, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Assess patient and family psychosocial, spiritual, grief and educational needs as part of the ... Provide individual patient/family education and support regarding behaviors, emotions, and ...

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How much do grief support jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for grief support in Wisconsin is $31.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.00 and $35.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is grief support?

A Grief Support job involves providing emotional, psychological, and sometimes spiritual support to individuals coping with loss. Professionals in this role work in various settings such as hospices, counseling centers, or community organizations. They offer guidance through grief education, individual or group support, and coping strategies. The goal is to help individuals navigate their emotions in a healthy way and find meaning after a loss.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in grief support?

Professionals in Grief Support typically conduct one-on-one or group sessions, provide emotional support, and facilitate coping strategies for individuals dealing with loss. They may also coordinate with healthcare providers, social workers, and clergy to ensure a holistic approach to client care. Daily tasks often include assessing clients' emotional needs, developing personalized support plans, and organizing resources or referrals for additional assistance. In addition, maintaining thorough documentation and staying current with continuing education are essential parts of the role. This diverse and compassionate work environment allows grief support professionals to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those experiencing loss.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in grief support, and why are they important?

To thrive in Grief Support, you need expertise in counseling, crisis intervention, and active listening, often supported by a background in psychology, social work, or a related field. Knowledge of bereavement models, experience with grief support groups, and certifications such as Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Certified Grief Counselor are valuable assets. Compassion, emotional resilience, and strong interpersonal communication skills help professionals connect with and guide clients through sensitive times. These capabilities ensure that individuals and families receive empathetic, effective support as they navigate the complexities of loss.

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Infographic showing various Grief Support job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Part Time. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,184 per year, or $31.8 per hour.

Spiritual & Grief Counselor - Eastern Rock County/Walworth County

Agrace

Janesville, WI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Location: Janesville, WI
Full-time 1.0 FTE (40 hours/week) Day Shift Monday-Friday 8a-5p
Includes on call 1 weekend/quarter, no weekends, and 2 holidays/year
Make a lasting impact with Agrace
Join Agrace, a nationally recognized nonprofit leader in hospice and palliative care. If you are looking for a career that helps support meaningful, patient-centered care, this is your opportunity to make a difference!
How You'll Make a Difference (Essential Functions)
The Spiritual and Grief Counselor serves the interdisciplinary team by responding to referrals, developing and carrying out individualized care plans, and providing individual and group spiritual and grief support.
Key Responsibilities
Patient and Family Assessments
  • Respond to referrals from clinical teams by contacting the patient and/or family to establish counseling relationship and expectations.
  • Perform spiritual and grief assessment, intervention, and care planning to meet the individual needs of patients and/or families.
  • Engage in ongoing assessment of care plans through interdisciplinary review in accordance with Federal and State Guidelines
  • Work collaboratively with the patient's designated faith and spiritual community, and refer to other community resources as needed

Provide Bereavement Support
  • Develop an individualized bereavement plan of care to address the full scope of survivor needs.
  • Provide updates to the interdisciplinary team regarding bereaved
  • Connect bereaved with community resources to assist in the grieving process

Lead Community Grief Groups and Memorials
  • Develop, implement, and facility support groups for Agrace families/community members
  • Provide supervision and support to counseling services volunteers
  • Participate in the planning and coordination of Agrace community bereavement events

Other Duties
  • Participate in internal work groups, meetings and committees relative to position responsibilities
  • Provide counseling support (through group sessions, memorial services, reflections, etc.) to the interdisciplinary teams and community partners

You Bring (Qualifications)
  • Degree in Social Work, Counseling (or other related counseling degree), Divinity, Theology, or Pastoral Care, or equivalent combination of education and work experience required
  • At least one unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE); (required unless degree in Social Work obtained)
  • Two or more years' counseling experience preferred
  • Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle
  • Experience providing counseling and/or spiritual care in both a group and individual setting
  • Experience working with grief as related to death
  • Intermediate Microsoft Office Suite skills
  • Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others
  • Experience using industry specific software
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  • Ability to be flexible in time and task to meet organizational needs
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality about patients, families, caregivers, staff, donors, and organizational intellectual property
  • Ability to work at various Agrace locations
  • Ability to use proper body mechanics and standard precautions

Benefits
  • Competitive pay with mileage reimbursement
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance for employees who are hired for 28+ hours per week (.7 FTE +)
  • Retirement plans with employer matching
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday paid time off
  • Comprehensive onboarding, mentorship, and career development

About Agrace
For more than 45 years, Agrace has been an innovator and leader in both caring for patients and their families, and in educating others about death, dying and grief. We are the largest hospice provider in Wisconsin. Well known for end-of-life care, Agrace also serves people across southern Wisconsin who are aging, seriously ill or grieving.
At Agrace we are strengthened by the unique experiences, cultures and traditions of our staff, patients and clients.
Together, we pursue a vision in which every Agrace staff member is treated fairly, and every patient and client experiences the respectful, individualized care they need and deserve.
We foster a culture of belonging that celebrates people's uniqueness and leads to meaningful, empathetic connections.
Agrace Health Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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