| Job Overview: This position has reporting accountability to the Executive Director. In combination with the Executive Director’s leadership and Fernside’s Strategic Business Plan, this position provides for Fernside’s peer support group program in multiple settings. This position supervises every aspect of group provision in community outreach, and in-school settings. This position is responsible for growing the program by communicating with grieving families and representing the program in such a way that families pursue participation. This position role models empathy, compassion, organization, sensitivity, proactive problem solving and confidentiality. Exhibits creative problem solving and initiative in managing change and independently performs responsibilities and day to day tasks. This position performs other project duties as assigned. Job Requirements: Bachelor's Degree, Masters preferred Knowledge of the needs of grieving children Presenting education programs and composition Editing and proofreading skills 1-2 years experience in a related field Job Responsibilities: Peer Support Groups Oversight - Builds participation for and successfully coordinates a group night for families as well as facilitate programs in schools. Outreach Education/Advocacy - Develops key regional and community collaborative partnerships through participation in community programs, education and advocacy Consultation- Provides consultation to bereaved and helping professions and proactively serves as community resource for bereavement needs. Additional Competency - This role will oversee Fernside's Community Outreach and Education Program. |