988 Mental Health Counselor (Full-time or part-time, Overnights)

This is an ideal position for individuals who are interested in helping others and making a contribution to their community. Mental Health Counselors provide evidence informed crisis intervention, brief supportive counseling, suicide prevention, information & referral and follow-up services to individuals who contact the Helpline Center through 988 in emotional distress, with substance use issues or with suicidal ideation. Counselors interact with clients by telephone, SMS text messaging, and/or web chat. The position provides an opportunity to practice a wide range of clinical skills, and knowledge of the expanding field of behavioral health. The position will work four ten-hour days.

• Shift times: 10:00 pm to 8:00 am, qualifies for overnight shift differential

• Can be part-time or full-time

• $1,000 sign-on bonus

• This position can be remote (must be a South Dakota resident)

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If you would like to read more about the position, click here. If you have questions on the position or would like to apply please email your resume to humanresources@helplinecenter.org