[Hiring] Overnight Counselor I @LifeWorks

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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
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