PA-GHN Helpline Specialist at MBV-CA LLC

Charleston, West Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Suicide prevention, Mental health support, Addiction counseling, Crisis intervention, Referral management, Verbal communication, Written communication, Computer literacy, Typing, Data entry, Empathy, Patience

Industry

Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Charleston, WV 25311Position Type: Full TimeAgency and Mission First Choice Services is a 501c3 non-profit organization. First Choice Services serves multiple states with an array of programs that promote wellbeing and facilitate access to behavioral health and social services. First Choice Services is proud to be a fair chance employer, offering opportunities to peers with a variety of lived experiences. What are we looking for in a candidate? We are looking for kind, empathetic, and driven candidates who want to help others, and be a part of a growing team of hard-working and awesome individuals. We are looking for candidates who have a strong desire to help those who are struggling and maintain warmth and patience in tough situations. We need you to have passion for helping others in the areas of suicide prevention, mental health, and addiction. What does a Helpline Specialist at First Choice Services do? Our Helpline Specialists assist those who are seeking out substance use and/or alcohol use treatment resources in the state of Pennsylvania, through our PA Get Help Now program. Helpline Specialists answer calls, chats, and texts from those throughout the state who have found themselves, or their loved ones, in an emotional crisis. Many are seeking substance use disorder and/or behavioral health treatment. Our helpline specialists can complete referrals in an efficient and empathetic manner, many with their own lived experience. What are some of the essential functions? Answer incoming calls, chats or texts; Input call/chat/text reports into appropriate systems Documenting the visitor’s interactions into the appropriate systems Conducting follow-up calls when appropriate What are the requirements for the positions? Associate’s degree in human services required. Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen (post-offer). Ability to work shift assigned. Reliable transportation. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Continuous computer work, so candidates must have some computer and typing skills. Benefits! Second-chance employer Large long-term recovery population Competitive wages Health, dental and vision insurance Short- and long-term disability insurance Basic and voluntary life insurance Paid time off package Floating holiday Holiday pay 401(k) with company match after 1 year of service Rewarding work in a fun work environment with fantastic people Massage chairs, quiet rooms, and VR headsets Outreach Opportunities Discounted gym membership with the YMCA Employee engagement events FCS is an equal employment opportunity employer! Come join our team! Qualifications

Responsibilities

Helpline Specialists answer incoming calls, chats, and texts from individuals in emotional crisis or seeking substance use treatment. They are responsible for documenting interactions in the system and conducting follow-up calls when necessary.