Full-Time Overnight Call Specialist - Weekends (In Office Position)

Job Description

Job Description

FirstLink is looking for Overnight Call Specialists. The Call Specialist will provide support to individuals reaching FirstLink by phone call, text, or online chat. You will lend a listening ear, de-escalate emotional and mental health crises, and make appropriate referrals to local community resources. Your primary responsibility will be engaging with help-seekers across all FirstLink lines, including the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, 211 Information & Referral Helpline, and various regional or statewide crisis lines. A successful candidate will have some experience in crisis intervention or customer service, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills.

This position will work 40 hours/week, with two consecutive days off falling between Monday-Thursday, and be part of a holiday rotation. The overnight shift at FirstLink works 12AM-8AM. Final schedule will be determined near the completion of training.

FirstLink provides extensive training to ensure that you are confident and ready to make a difference in the lives of others everyday.

Are you ready for an exciting opportunity? Apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program
• 100% paid health, dental, and vision insurance (for the employee only)
• Long-term and short-term disability
• Life insurance
• 12 days of paid time off, 8 hours accrued per month during the first calendar year

Schedule:

• 12AM-8AM
• Overnight shift
• Holidays
• Weekend availability

Required Education and Experience:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be able to read, write, and follow oral or written instructions
• Minimum of 6 months' working experience in a call center, customer service, human service, or mental health field

Work Location: In person