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Professional Moving & Storage

Office Administrator

Honolulu, HI · On-site +1

$17.75 - $24.50/hr

... Professional, Accounting Data base • Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work efficiently • Ability to listen, communicate (written and verbal), excellent grammar, spelling and proof reading ...

AUS Inc

Security Professional Flex Officer

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$24/hr

Security Professional Flex Officer Allied Universal ® , North America's leading security and ... Active listening and problem-solving skills * Assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify ...

Yorktown Systems Group, Inc.

Provide In-Person instruction in listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills, as well as ... Maintain a positive and professional web-based learning environment, telephonic environment, chat ...

The Unconventional

Provide In-Person instruction in listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills, as well as ... Maintain a positive and professional web-based learning environment, telephonic environment, chat ...

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How much do professional listener jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for professional listener in Hawaii is $17.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.00 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a professional listener?

A Professional Listener is someone who provides a safe, nonjudgmental space for others to talk and be heard. They actively listen, offer emotional support, and help people process their thoughts without giving advice or therapy. This role is often sought by those who need to express themselves without fear of criticism. It can be used in personal, professional, or emotional contexts. Professional Listeners may work independently or through listening services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a professional listener?

To excel as a Professional Listener, one needs exceptional active listening abilities, strong interpersonal communication skills, and often a background in counseling, psychology, or social work. Familiarity with case management databases, note-taking tools, and sometimes certification in mental health first aid or peer support training are commonly beneficial. High emotional intelligence, patience, and the ability to maintain confidentiality help individuals stand out in this position. These skills ensure trust-building, effective support, and ethical practice while managing sensitive conversations.

How much do professional listeners make?

Professional listeners typically earn between $10 and $20 per hour, depending on the employer, location, and experience. Some roles may offer fixed salaries or freelance opportunities with variable pay rates, especially in environments like customer service or mental health support where active listening is essential.

What are some of the common challenges faced by professional listeners, and how are they typically addressed?

A common challenge for Professional Listeners is managing emotional fatigue or compassion fatigue, as the role involves regularly hearing about clients' stressful or distressing experiences. To address this, many organizations offer regular supervision, peer support groups, and access to mental health resources to support the listener’s well-being. Another challenge is maintaining clear boundaries and professionalism, for which ongoing training and adherence to established protocols are crucial. Emphasizing self-care and setting realistic expectations helps Professional Listeners sustain their effectiveness and avoid burnout in this rewarding but emotionally demanding role.

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Infographic showing various Professional Listener job openings in Hawaii as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,221 per year, or $17.4 per hour.

Sales Professional - Outside Sales

Service Corporation International

Kaneohe, HI • On-site

$50K - $100K/yr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 11 days ago

Service Corporation International rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 94 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 9 rated funeral services

Job description

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates.
Working from home or presenting to client families in the field, the Pre-Planning Advisor (PPA) is a self-starter expected to achieve their quota (pacesetter) target by selling pre-need arrangements and services. The PPA serves families in a professional, caring and timely manner. Follow-up and generation of referrals from client families are integral to success and to establish a strong service relationship with families. The PPA also develops relationships with the community.
Job Responsibilities
Lead Generation
  • Consistently networks and builds relationships to generate recommendations for gaining referrals for both at-need cemetery arrangements and pre-need arrangements using company tools, processes and standards
  • Holds self accountable for prospecting a minimum of 4 hours every day (if working 8 hours) such as approaching families face-to-face during events, door knocking or group seminars
  • Obtains referrals from families served by the location by following up through visits with families after the service
  • Networks and builds community and civic relationships
  • Explains and presents Dignity Memorial® Personal Planning Guide presentations to families served and referred families
  • Maintains and tracks activity levels to ensure productivity
  • Remains flexible with schedule to achieve results; often works nights and weekends

Build Relationships with Families
  • Establishes and maintains strong business relationships with families by connecting with the family, relating to them, resolving their concerns and needs, and committing to follow through
  • Responds to client inquiries in a timely, respectful, sensitive and professional manner
  • Supports families in time of grief with acts of kindness
  • Connects with families through listening, honest communication and genuine concern
  • Develops an understanding of each family's unique needs and offers solutions that provide value to them
  • Stays in touch with families to ensure satisfaction
  • Prepares for all appointments and performs all procedures with professionalism and attention to detail
  • Provides service beyond expectations to ensure satisfaction and to form the foundation for future sales based on long-term relationships
  • Builds trust-based relationships to earn the right to ask for referrals
  • Earns the right to gain referrals to offer protection to protect family members, and the family's relatives and friends, by educating them on the benefits of pre-planning

Teamwork
  • Consistently builds relationships and works cooperatively with the Funeral Director and other funeral home and/or cemetery staff
  • Collaborates and teams with funeral directors, location managers, and other members of funeral home and or cemetery staff, to provide seamless, high quality service
  • Represents a continuous link from services provided at need, through aftercare, to providing services to protect families in future
  • Thoroughly and completely reviews previous services and contacts with families to prepare to support current needs and or sales
  • Acts as one team, setting arrangement continuation visits within two to three days after the service
  • Shares family concerns with rest of the SCI team

Minimum Requirements
Education
  • High school education or equivalent
  • 1-2 years of college or equivalent experience

License
  • Current state/province issued driver's license with an acceptable driving record
  • In states/provinces where required, must hold a Funeral Directors License to perform this role

Experience
  • Sales experience or one to two years industry experience or equivalent education
  • Previous experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems is a plus

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Basic computer and technology skills within a sales environment
  • Ability to work well in a team, as well as independently
  • Ability to work beyond "standard" hours as the need arises
  • Good driving record
  • Good work ethic
  • High-level of integrity
  • Creative, outgoing and energetic
  • Comfortable presenting in front of others
  • Desire to help others
  • Bilingual, knowledge of another language is a plus

Compensation:
$50,000 - $100,000 annualized targeted first year earnings
PPA commission plan is based on exceeding defined quotas with a significate portion of work hours away from company premises.
Benefits:
Medical*Dental*Vision*Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)*Health Savings Account with Company Contribution*Sick Leave*Short-Term Disability*Long-Term Disability*Life Insurance*Voluntary Accidental Death or Dismemberment Insurance*Dependent Life Insurance*SCI 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match*Employee Assistance Program
Postal Code: 96744
Category (Portal Searching): Sales
Job Location: US-HI - Kaneohe

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