Grief & Bereavement Program Specialist

Position

Grief & Bereavement Program Specialist

Status

Part-Time

Location

Windsor-Essex County

Reports to

Manager of Psychosocial and Support Services

Start Date

February 2026

Application Deadline

Interested candidates please submit your application by 9 : 00am on Monday February 9th, 2026.

About the Hospice of Windsor and Essex County

Founded to provide compassionate, clinical, end-of-life care, The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County Inc. (Hospice) have been caring for our community since 1979. Hospice believes in equitable access to care for all. We provide specialized wrap-around services to adults, children, and their caregivers, in the setting of their choice – whether it be in our Residences or in their home.

With only partial government funding, it has been through the generous support of our volunteers and our community that we have continued to provide memorable care, meeting the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients and their loved ones.

Join Our Team

This role will appeal to a dynamic and experienced professional who values hospice palliative care and who is eager to support a growing organization and an energetic team. Reporting to the Manager of Psychosocial Services you will work collaboratively with all team members working in our organization towards the achievement of identified Hospice strategic goals.

The Grief and Bereavement Program Specialist will provide comprehensive grief and bereavement support services across both the Windsor and Erie Shores campuses. Key duties will include the development, implementation, and ongoing facilitation of grief, bereavement, and wellness-focused recreational programming. The Specialist will participate in legacy work initiatives collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, compassionate, and person-centered care.

The role includes administrative responsibilities related to group program operations, data management, and communication with bereaved caregivers and families to offer services. This position plays a key role in strengthening Hospice’s bereavement services and enhancing continuity of care following the death of a loved one.

The position will support both the Windsor and Erie Shores campuses, as needed. This is a part-time position three (3) days per week (21 hours) with flexibility based on operational needs.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Program Development and Facilitation

• Develop, implement, and regularly facilitate grief and bereavement wellness programs, including recreational group activities.
• Evaluate programming effectiveness and adapt sessions to meet diverse needs of participants.
• Support legacy-building initiatives for families and caregivers as appropriate.
• Promote programming through community outreach activities such as collaborating with community partners, attending community health fairs, etc.

Administrative

Bereavement Call Lists

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Other Responsibilities

Key Relationships & Interactions

Accountabilities

Required Qualifications and Experience

Technical Requirements

Experience

Education

Wage or Salary Range

NOTE : This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Hospice of Windsor and Essex County Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, upon request, accommodation will be provided by Hospice throughout the recruitment, selection and / or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

This posting is being advertised to fill a current vacancy within the organization.

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