Licensed Crisis Counselor - Fully Remote in Taos, New Mexico

Benefits/Compensation/Location Req/Ideal Candidate::

Benefits
•   Medical dental, life insurance, 401k, STD/LTD and EAP services
•   An accrued planned time off package that earns up to 4 weeks of vacation during your first year
•   Company-matched student loan repayment
•   Opportunity for advancement 

Education, Licensing and Experience Requirements: 

• MSW, PsyD, or PhD in behavioral health field or M.A. or M.S. in behavioral health with a clinical practice emphasis from a program that is accredited by COAMFTE, CACREP, or CORE.

• Licensed as a limited or fully licensed social worker or counselor according to the state licensing board requirements.

• Experience 1 yr. in Behavioral Health/Social Services (cumulative months that totals 12 months/1year is accepted and internships)

Location Requirement: 

• You must reside and have at least one of the following licenses in New Mexico (NM), LMHC, LPCC, LMSW, LCSW

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate for this role is someone who possesses a blend of empathy, strong communication skills, and the ability to listen actively and attentively. They should be capable of managing high-stress situations with calm and effective crisis intervention techniques and have robust problem-solving skills to provide solution-focused interventions. Patience, resilience, and the ability to multitask are essential qualities for the ideal candidate, as the job requires handling intense calls while maintaining composure and managing multiple tasks and computer processes simultaneously. A background in psychology, social work, counseling, or other related behavioral healthcare fields is required, and experience in crisis support or similar roles is preferred.

Ethical standards and discretion are crucial to our ideal candidate. This role also requires maintaining confidentiality and a HIPAA-compliant, secure workspace with a locking door to ensure compliance and respect the privacy of callers. The ideal candidate understands that Protocall is a Remote First Organization and they will be comfortable working in a remote environment. They understand that having a stable, wired internet connection that meets Protocall’s requirements is necessary to ensure the safety of our callers.

Additionally, the candidate must be flexible with their availability, as a crisis call center we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and our work requires staff who are willing to regularly work holidays and weekends. The ideal candidate understands that they are required to attend an intensive virtual eight-week training program. This program is designed to refine the skills they already possess and provide them with any missing skills needed to better align with the role of a telephonic first responder. This training program consists of two 4-week phases. The first phase runs Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 4:30 PM PST. The schedule for the second phase will be determined after coordinating with the Protocall Services Scheduling Department to establish the candidate's long-term schedule that meets the needs of the organization. They understand their continued employment is contingent upon completion of this training program.

About Protocall:

Who You Are:

You are a compassionate and empathetic professional with exceptional communication skills and the ability to actively listen and connect with others. You are comfortable communicating with individuals in various states of crisis, whether over the phone, via text, or through other methods of interaction, providing support with empathy and professionalism. You thrive in high-pressure, high-stakes environments, remaining calm and focused while employing effective crisis intervention techniques. Your solution-focused mindset, problem-solving abilities, and resilience enable you to navigate complex situations with patience and clarity.

You excel at multitasking, seamlessly managing intense calls while handling multiple tasks and navigating computer systems efficiently. A strong background in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related behavioral healthcare field is essential, and experience in crisis support or similar roles is highly valued.

Integrity and confidentiality are at the core of your work. You maintain the highest ethical standards and uphold privacy in every interaction. You have a secure, HIPAA-compliant workspace with a locking door which is a non-negotiable to ensure caller confidentiality and privacy. Additionally, you embrace Protocall’s fully remote work model, ensuring you have a stable, wired internet connection that directly connects to the work computer provided by Protocall. This setup must meet company standards to maintain the safety and trust of callers.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain a secure, HIPAA-compliant private workspace at home to ensure focus and confidentiality.
• Engage with individuals over the phone, providing support to those experiencing emotional distress or mental health challenges.
• Build rapport and foster client engagement during calls.
• Assess and mitigate risk while maintaining accurate, thorough documentation.
• Provide resources, information, and referrals as needed.
• Assist callers in identifying positive coping strategies and developing safety plans.
• Intervene during emergencies when necessary.
• Stay calm, professional, and focused while multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• This role is ideal for someone who is dedicated to making a positive impact, capable of navigating high-pressure situations, and committed to providing unwavering support to individuals in need.

What You Can Expect as a New Employee:

As part of Protocall’s 24/7/365 crisis call center, you must demonstrate flexibility in your availability, including a regular willingness to work holidays and weekends. This role begins with an intensive, paid eight-week virtual cohort training program designed to refine your skills and ensure readiness for the role. During this time, you will develop your skills through various learning modalities, including book learning, group sessions, roleplay, and live call-taking. 

This training is an opportunity to enhance your abilities, fill knowledge gaps, and fully prepare you for your role as a telephonic first responder, delivering professional and compassionate support to individuals in crisis. In order to successfully complete this cohort training program, you are expected to develop fluency and demonstrate proficiency in key crisis care skills. Successful completion of this training is necessary for continued employment beyond this 8 week cohort training program.

Eight Week Cohort Training Schedule: You will attend a regular Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM PST cohort training program for eight weeks.

Post Cohort Training:  After successfully completing Cohort Training you will begin your regular schedule. This schedule is developed in partnership with Protocall’s Scheduling Department, during your Pre-Hire/Onboarding process.

ProtoCall Services Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and all of the other fascinating characteristics that make us different