Student - Crisis Text Line Crisis Counselor

Description

Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose.

Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us - and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.

Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university.

And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.

The opportunity

At SNHU, you'll have the option to work remotely in the following states : Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.

Southern New Hampshire University is seeking a student employee to fill the role of Crisis Counselor for the Crisis Text Line organization.

As a Volunteer Crisis Counselor, you will work closely with Crisis Counselor Supervisors to provide de-escalation to people in crisis via a text-based service.

You will provide empathy and compassion while collaborating with your Crisis Counselor Supervisor on any necessary external intervention.

You will provide high-quality service supporting our texters while adhering to training and clinical policies and procedures.

Want to learn more about Crisis Text Line? Visit their page : https : / / www.crisistextline.org / become-a-volunteer /

Job Responsibilities :

Participate in suicide and crisis intervention training

De-escalate individuals in crisis by using best practices in the field of suicidology, as well as empathy and good contact techniques

Connect individuals in crisis to appropriate resources

Maintain appropriate levels of boundaries and confidentiality / privacy with individuals in crisis

Minimum Qualifications :

Enrollment in the following degree programs : Psychology, Sociology, Human Services. General Studies with a concentration in these areas

Current enrollment in classes as part of a SNHU degree program

Work study as part of the financial aid package

18 years of age

Must complete and pass a background check

Learning Outcomes : Crisis Intervention

Crisis Intervention

Communication

Critical Thinking

Professional Boundaries

Work Schedule : Mon-Sun, flexible scheduling

We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply.

You might be just the person we're looking for.

Compensation

The hourly pay range for this position is $12.00 - $15.00. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations.