Role Description
As a Counselor I, you’ll provide immediate support and guidance to individuals experiencing emotional distress or crisis, using telephonic and chat platforms. Your responsibilities will include:
• Delivering single-session counseling, in-the-moment support, and crisis management in a supportive, ethical, and professional manner while maintaining client confidentiality
• Conducting thorough assessments to determine appropriateness for short-term counseling
• Managing high-risk situations, including suicide, self-harm, child welfare, and substance use concerns, and working closely with individuals at risk
• Collaboratively developing clear and concise treatment and safety plans with the caller
• Referring the caller to appropriate internal or external resources as part of a holistic care approach
• Maintaining accurate and clear clinical notes in our case management system
• Able to pivot while maintaining the highest levels of professionalism in ever changing and ambiguous situations
Qualifications
• Hold a Master’s degree in Social Work, Clinical Counseling, Clinical Psychology, or a related field
• Demonstrate expertise in risk assessment, sound clinical judgment, and trauma-informed care
• Be confident leveraging technology and tools to enhance therapeutic approaches, client support, and documentation
• Maintain clinical composure and a solution-focused approach in high-stress or demanding situations
• Exercise sound clinical judgment and proactive decision-making, taking initiative while upholding professional and ethical standards
• Apply creativity and open-mindedness to improve therapeutic approaches and develop solutions in evolving or ambiguous situations
• Exhibit exceptional listening, empathy, and communication skills to build trust, manage expectations, and respond effectively to the caller’s needs
• Hold (or be eligible for) licensure in your state, preferred but not required
• Flexibility to work varying shifts including but not limited to evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays to support our 24/7 contact center
Requirements
• Location: Remote, Work from anywhere in the Continental U.S
• Status: Full-time
• Schedule: Overnight-shift 11PM - 7AM availability required (including weekends & statutory holidays)
Benefits
• Equal Opportunity Employer that aims to foster an inclusive culture that embraces diversity
• Accommodation for applicants with disabilities, as required, during the recruitment process