SUPPORTIVE CARE & GRIEF SERVICES ASSOCIATE
Registered Social Worker, BSW or MSW
Full-Time, Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
(Includes on-call rotations: 1 weekend in 4-5, including occasional long weekends)
Make a Meaningful Difference at Maison McCulloch Hospice
At Maison McCulloch Hospice, we believe compassionate, holistic care can profoundly impact the end-of-life journey. Every conversation, every moment of presence, and every act of compassion can ease suffering and bring comfort during life’s most significant transitions.
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Supportive Care & Grief Services Associate to join our interdisciplinary team. This is an opportunity to support residents, clients, families, staff, and volunteers through illness, dying and grief in a collaborative, mission-driven environment where your work truly matters.
Reporting to the Manager of Supportive Care and Grief Services, you will provide supportive, spiritual, and bereavement care at the hospice and within the Community Hospice Palliative Care Team (CHPCT). This role blends clinical expertise with deep human connection, supporting people through meaning-making, loss, and end-of-life care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group grief and bereavement support (virtual and in-person)
- Conduct supportive and spiritual care assessments and develop individualized care plans
- Support residents, clients, and families navigating illness, dying, and loss
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, person-centered care
- Advocate for residents/clients and families while connecting them with community resources
- Support legacy work, end-of-life planning, and diverse spiritual and cultural practices
- Collaborate with volunteers and contribute to staff and volunteer support, education, and debriefing
- Participate in quality improvement, program development, training, and community partnerships
- Participate in on-call rotation to ensure continuity of care
- Potential opportunity to support the Children’s Grief Program team
Qualifications & Experience
· BSW or MSW with registration in good standing with the OCSWSSW (required)
· Clinical Pastoral Education and/or advanced understanding of diverse spiritual practices
· Advanced knowledge of grief and bereavement support
· Experience in palliative care, end-of-life care, or spiritual care settings
· Bilingualism required (English/French) with advanced verbal and written communication skills
· Strong interpersonal, facilitation, organizational, and time management skills
· Knowledge and respect for multi-faith and multicultural perspectives
· Compassionate, grounded, and collaborative approach to care
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of community resources
· Commitment to reflective practice and ongoing professional development
Why Join Our Team?
· You will be part of a compassionate interdisciplinary team dedicated to dignity, excellence, and holistic care.
· Your work will have a lasting impact on individuals and families, navigating some of life’s most meaningful and challenging moments.
· We value the well-being of our staff and foster a culture of collaboration, reflection, learning, and self-care.
Salary Range: $37.50–$44.54/hour
Benefits: : HOOPP Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Group Health & Dental Plan, Life & Disability Insurance, EAP program.
We are looking to fill a vacant position.
If you are passionate about supporting individuals and families through illness, grief, and healing, we invite you to apply by sending a cover letter and detailed resume, referencing #P2601, by 3:00 PM on July 2, 2026.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Maison McCulloch Hospice welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities. If contacted for an interview, please inform us of any accommodation you may require. Reasonable accommodation is available, and we encourage applicants to share how we can best support their needs.
Pay: From $37.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you proficient in both English & French?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:
- Palliative care/end-of-life care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Are you registered in good standing woth the OCSWSSW? (required)
Work Location: In person
