Crisis Worker
tag medstaffingDenver, CO
Crisis Worker
tag medstaffingDenver, COSenior L5
Mental Health CounselorsMental Health and Substance Abuse Social WorkersCommunity and Social Service Specialists, All Other
Other Individual and Family ServicesOutpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse CentersOffices of Mental Health Practitioners (except Physicians)
APPLY NOWLocation: Remote
Start Date: November 2nd (non-negotiable)
Applicants in the following states are NOT eligible: CA, IL, MA, MI, NY, ND, OH, OR, WA, WYRole Overview The Crisis Worker provides emotional support and crisis intervention services to individuals and families via text and online chat. This role focuses on active listening, risk assessment, and connecting individuals to appropriate resources while maintaining strict confidentiality and professionalism. This position is ideal for candidates with a background in counseling, behavioral health, or social service case management who are passionate about supporting individuals in crisis.*This is for text & chat line only.*Key Responsibilities Respond to crisis contacts via phone, text, and chat using empathetic, non-judgmental communication Assess safety, risk level, and emotional needs following established protocols Provide referrals and connect individuals to appropriate community resources Engage emergency services when required based on assessment and policy guidance Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all interactions Participate in required training, supervision, and ongoing education Complete administrative tasks as assigned
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in social services-related field
- Background in counseling, behavioral health, or social service case management
- Strong communication and active listening skills
- Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure
- High level of empathy and emotional resilience
- Basic computer proficiency and typing skills
- Understanding of confidentiality and privacy standards
- Training & Schedule
- Training Schedule (4 weeks): Monday–Friday, 1:00pm - 5:30pm EST (Paid)
- Post-Training Schedule: 16 hours/ week, 3am-11:30a EST or 7pm-3:30a ESTSchedules after training will most likely include weekend shifts, in some cases Sat & SunEmployment Type: Temp-to-Perm
- Technology & Workspace Requirements
- Laptop or desktop computer (tablets not permitted)
- Hard-wired internet connection with minimum 50 Mbps speed
- Private, quiet home office environment
Core Competencies:
- Crisis intervention
- Active listening
- Emotional intelligence
- Risk assessment
- Communication skills
- Professional judgment
- AdaptabilityTeam collaboration
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Location
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Occupation
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Industry
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