Remote No Phone Work Opportunities for 08/24/2023

988 Chat & Text Counselor – Remote:
This role is a fully-remote. Schedule will vary with multiple shifts available. Part time & full time applicants encouraged to apply. The pay for this position is $24.00 per hour with a $3.00 overnight differential.
Chat/Text Counselors will be responsible for utilizing Crisis Chat and Text services to provide crisis intervention, emotional support, and resources to all help-seekers. The position will be fully remote, with the option to work on-site. A high emphasis is placed on quality assurance for this role.
Primary Duties:
- Offers crisis-counseling services via chat and text
- Completes risk assessment, safety planning, de-escalation, and follow-up with Chat/Text visitors.
- Serves as a mandated reporter in cases of suspected abuse or neglect.
- Is familiar with resources and providing information and referrals to visitors as appropriate.
- Maintains accurate and detailed chat/text reports. Documentation must be completed in real time.
- Completes 1.5 chats/texts per hour (on average).
- Fulfills continuing education requirements as requested or required for the agency and the Suicide Prevention Center program.
- Assists in the training process of new counselors.
- Participates in community outreach events such as resources tables and presentation about suicide prevention as needed.
- Attends routinely scheduled meetings for the Suicide Prevention Center.