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Children’s Counsellor

2 months ago


Mississauga, Canada Hospice Mississauga Full time

About the Organization

Hospice Mississauga is a non-profit organization supporting individuals and families living with life-threatening illnesses. Our mission is to provide compassionate care, support, and advocacy to alleviate the distress caused by serious illness and loss. Our services include hospice counselling, spiritual care, the HUUG Children’s Program, health and wellness, bereavement support, and soon - a Hospice Centre.


We are seeking a Children’s Grief Counsellor for our palliative and bereavement children’s program – HUUG (Help Us Understand Grief). This is a community based role within Mississauga and Brampton.


Please note: This is a 1-year contract position with the possibility for extension, dependent on funding availability.


What we Offer

  • A professional, caring culture with motivated and innovative staff
  • Salary: $57,200 with progression to a maximum of $78,650
  • Paid Professional Development (5 days and/or $400 per year, pro-rated to hours worked)
  • Pension plan (HOOPP, optional)
  • Full-time hours and a flexible work schedule
  • Generous vacation and sick time (4 weeks of vacation, pro-rated)
  • Monthly phone and data allowance


About the Opportunity

The Children’s Grief Counsellor provides emotional and psychological support to children who themselves or in their families are experiencing terminal illness or death. Through individual and group counselling, the counsellor helps children process grief, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and build resilience. The role involves collaborating with medical teams, educators, and family members to ensure holistic care. The counsellor will conduct home/hospital/school visits, provide educational sessions, and facilitate group support.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide individual counselling using age-appropriate techniques to help children cope with grief
  • Educate and guide parents/guardians on communication strategies and coping mechanisms for themselves and their children
  • Facilitate peer support groups and activities for children
  • Conduct initial assessments and develop individualized care plans
  • Offer support during periods of acute distress
  • Collaborate with medical professionals, educators, and families to ensure comprehensive care
  • Maintain accurate and confidential records
  • Participate in community outreach to raise awareness about pediatric hospice care and grief support
  • Engage in peer support networks for professional growth and continuing education
  • Adhere to ethical standards, respecting the autonomy and dignity of all served individuals
  • Participate in ongoing professional education and development
  • Other duties as assigned


Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Child Life, Social Work, Psychology)
  • 3-5 years of experience working with children in a hospice or palliative care setting
  • Proven ability to connect with and relate to children and youth
  • Comfortable discussing death and end-of-life topics
  • Skilled in establishing and nurturing relationships
  • Excellent listening, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Experience providing one-on-one and group support
  • Ability to interact compassionately and respectfully with diverse cultures and faith groups
  • Strong professional boundaries
  • Knowledge of community resources
  • Ability to work independently and within a team
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Additional language is an asset
  • Access to a car is required


Hospice Mississauga is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to building an inclusive, diverse, accessible and respectful workplace that is representative of the communities that we serve.


Please inform us if you require any accommodations during the hiring process. We thank all applicants in advance however, only those under consideration will be contacted.