Student-Crisis Counselor

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

• Must have your own laptop/desktop computer with reliable internet

Learning Outcomes:

• Crisis Intervention

• Communication

• Critical Thinking

• Professional Boundaries

Work Schedule: Mon-Sun, flexible scheduling. Students will be paid for training time as well as time actively engaged with texters. Please note that hours are not guarenteed as it is based on the volume of clients.

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.

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