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Essence Journey

Remote Customer Support Associate

Chicago, IL · Remote

$18 - $24.75/hr

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Remote Customer Support Associate to join our growing team ... Provide timely, professional support to clients via email, chat, and phone *Assist with scheduling ...

Bileddo Associates

Remote Live Chat Agent

Elgin, IL · Remote

We're looking for a Live Chat Agent to provide real-time customer support via online chat platforms. You'll address inquiries, resolve issues, and deliver a positive experience with professionalism ...

ForgeFit

Remote Customer Service Specialist

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$17.50 - $23.25/hr

Respond to customer inquiries via phone, email, and chat with professionalism and care * Help ... Comfortable using CRM or support tools * A positive attitude and genuine desire to help others

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How much do remote chat support jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote chat support in Elgin, IL is $25.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $28.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Remote Chat Support job?

A Remote Chat Support job involves assisting customers via online chat, answering inquiries, resolving issues, and providing information about products or services. It requires strong typing skills, effective communication, and the ability to multitask. This role often involves working from home and may require specific software or tools provided by the employer.

What does a typical workday look like for someone in a Remote Chat Support role?

A typical day in Remote Chat Support involves managing multiple chat conversations, addressing customer questions, troubleshooting problems, and providing accurate information about products or services. You’ll often collaborate with other support agents or escalate complex issues to specialized teams when necessary. Most work is done independently, but there are regular team meetings, performance reviews, and ongoing training sessions to keep your knowledge up to date. Successfully managing a steady flow of inquiries while maintaining efficiency and professionalism is a key part of the role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Remote Chat Support position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Chat Support professional, you need excellent written communication skills, fast and accurate typing abilities, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with customer relationship management (CRM) platforms, live chat software, and ticketing systems is often required. Strong problem-solving skills, patience, and the ability to multitask help individuals stand out in this role. These capabilities are crucial for efficiently resolving customer inquiries and maintaining high customer satisfaction in a remote environment.

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Infographic showing various Remote Chat Support job openings in Elgin, IL as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 58% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 34% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,557 per year, or $25.7 per hour.
Support Specialist (Chat, Emails, Calls) Remote

Support Specialist (Chat, Emails, Calls) Remote

Inspira Financial

Oak Brook, IL • On-site, Remote

Full-time

PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Inspira Financial rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

The position is responsible for partnering closely via verbal or written communications with members who reach our contact center. The role provides valuable support, education, and direction on products like Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA), Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA) and commuter benefits. This role requires the candidate to handle high call, email and chat volume daily. The role also assumes the primary responsibility of interacting with all the necessary internal Inspira departments to resolve member requests or answer any inquiries related to their account activity. The individual in this position develops, strengthens, and maintains a positive relationship with our members and firm associates.
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • You will be responsible for helping members understand how their Inspira Financial accounts work. When someone calls with questions, you will provide friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful service, ensuring every caller feels supported. You will explain account benefits and policies so accountholders can confidently understand and make the most of their individual plans.
  • You will be responsible for ensuring all work is compliant with all internal quality assurance standards and technical policies and programs
  • You will utilize digital tools and assistance to guide you through your interactions, which include knowledge management systems, digital workflows, and performance dashboards.
  • You will be committed to providing the highest level of service to each caller, treating them with empathy, understanding, and respect.
  • Consult with member to support easy navigation of the available online tools and apps, for actions like checking account balance, distributions, and submitting claims.
  • Accountable for resolving issues without management intervention to remove barriers for the accountholder.
  • Respond and resolve incoming and outgoing accountholder emails, chats, and voice calls.
  • Showcase alignment with our company values in every interaction with accountholders and team members
  • Accountable to protect sensitive member information with discretion and adhere to all compliance rules and regulations
  • Responsible for all levels of member engagement, while prioritizing effectively meeting member service goals / deadlines.

Work Hours: Monday-Friday with a variety of shifts available between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM CT. Preferred shifts are assigned based on availability and on a first-come, first-served basis.
Training Start Date: Monday, September 7th, 2026 (subject to change due to business needs)
  • Attendance is mandatory during the training period of this position (training is paid, PTO accrues while in the training period; however, PTO cannot be taken during the training period of this position).
  • Training Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00AM - 3:30PM CT.
  • Training is six weeks. There is a product exam at the end of training. A passing score of 85% is required to continue to hold this position.

If offered the position, equipment will be provided. Equipment that will be provided are: docking station (x1), headset (x1), keyboard (x1), laptop (x1), monitor (x2), and mouse (x1).
Internet speed requirements:
  • Upload Speed: >20 Mbps
  • Download Speed: >100 Mbps
  • Must be able to hardwire ethernet cable to internet modem/router.

This position requires a quiet, distraction-free work environment without any conflicting responsibilities during the scheduled shift.
Education & Experience:
  • 2+ years of experience in Customer Service in a call center environment
  • No degree required

Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree or 1-3 years of direct H&B experience
Skills & Abilities:
  • Energetic client service focused individual who is accountable and reliable
  • Able to learn and retain information while using a digital workflow to navigate the interaction and tools
  • Able to connect with accountholders on a human level and assist them as needed with patience and empathy
  • Can work in a fast-paced environment, taking up to 50 calls per day
  • Possesses strong written, keyboarding, and verbal communication skills
  • Able to apply relationship building skills to internal and external clients
  • Has strong computer aptitude, keyboarding skills of 50+ WPM; proficient in Microsoft suite of products
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multi-task, and ability to navigate several systems simultaneously to support servicing the accountholder.
  • Proactive approach to resolving issues.
  • Active Listening Skills
  • Is detail-oriented, organized, and dependable
  • Possess a cheerful attitude and be able to perform well in a collaborative team environment

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