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Paradigm Health

Honor a Veteran

Carmel, IN · On-site

Will you be that listening ear? Your presence, kindness, and willingness to sit beside someone who gave so much for our nation can make a profound and lasting difference.

Paradigm Health

Honor a Veteran

Lafayette, IN · On-site

Will you be that listening ear? Your presence, kindness, and willingness to sit beside someone who gave so much for our nation can make a profound and lasting difference.

Paradigm Health

Honor a Veteran

Noblesville, IN · On-site

Will you be that listening ear? Your presence, kindness, and willingness to sit beside someone who gave so much for our nation can make a profound and lasting difference.

Paradigm Health

Honor a Veteran

Greenfield, IN · On-site

Will you be that listening ear? Your presence, kindness, and willingness to sit beside someone who gave so much for our nation can make a profound and lasting difference.

Paradigm Health

Honor a Veteran

Anderson, IN · On-site

Will you be that listening ear? Your presence, kindness, and willingness to sit beside someone who gave so much for our nation can make a profound and lasting difference.

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How much do listening ear jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for listening ear in the United States is $34.83, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $41.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Listening Ear?

A Listening Ear job involves providing emotional support and active listening to individuals who need someone to talk to. This role is often found in support organizations, helplines, or community services, where you offer a non-judgmental space for people to share their thoughts and feelings. Unlike counseling or therapy, a Listening Ear focuses on empathetic listening rather than giving advice or professional guidance. The goal is to help individuals feel heard, understood, and less alone in their struggles.

What does a Listening Ear do?

As a Listening Ear, your day typically involves being available—either in person, over the phone, or via online chat—to offer a safe space for individuals to share their concerns or feelings without judgment. You may handle a range of situations, from listening to everyday stress to supporting clients through crisis moments, and are expected to document interactions while respecting confidentiality. Collaboration with supervisors or clinical staff is common, especially when higher-level interventions are needed. This role often requires maintaining emotional boundaries while providing empathic support, making self-care an important part of your routine. Flexibility is key, as schedules may vary depending on the organization's hours and the needs of those seeking support.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a Listening Ear?

To thrive as a Listening Ear, you need excellent active listening abilities, strong interpersonal communication skills, and often a background in counseling, social work, or related fields. Familiarity with confidentiality protocols, basic documentation systems, and sometimes crisis intervention training or certifications like Mental Health First Aid can be beneficial. Patience, empathy, non-judgmental attitude, and cultural sensitivity are standout soft skills for this role. These skills ensure you can effectively support individuals in distress and provide a trustworthy, compassionate presence in sensitive situations.

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Infographic showing various Listening Ear job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,451 per year, or $34.8 per hour.

Hospice Companionship Volunteer needed in the Sugar Land area

Houston, TX • On-site

AccentCare Hospice and Palliative Care
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees
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AccentCare Hospice is seeking caring volunteers in the Sugar Land, Texas area that want to make a big difference in the lives of hospice patients by providing companionship and a listening ear at a time when they need it the most. Our direct care companionship volunteers relieve the loneliness and monotony that so many people living with a terminal illness suffer from. For many, the only regular human contact they have are the nurses or caregivers that are there to attend to their physical needs. Just by listening, having a conversation, playing a card game, or reading a book with our patients, you can dramatically improve their quality of life.

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