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Chat and Text Workforce Manager

Columbia, MO

$60K - $65K/yr

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Chat and Text Workforce Manager Organization: DeafLEAD Job Type: Full time, salaried (exempt ... Counselors, and Shift Supervisors. * Monitor staffing levels and service demands in real time and ...

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Chat and Text Workforce Manager

Columbia, MO · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

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Chat and Text Workforce Manager Organization: DeafLEAD Job Type: Full time, salaried (exempt ... Counselors, and Shift Supervisors. * Monitor staffing levels and service demands in real time and ...

National Chat and Text Operations Manager

Columbia, MO · On-site +1

$60K - $65K/yr

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National Chat and Text Operations Manager Organization: DeafLEAD Job Type: Full time, salaried ... Collaborate with the Best Practices and Quality Improvement Manager to ensure crisis counselors and ...

National Chat and Text Operations Manager

Columbia, MO · Remote

$60K - $65K/yr

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National Chat and Text Operations Manager Organization: DeafLEAD Job Type: Full time, salaried ... Collaborate with the Best Practices and Quality Improvement Manager to ensure crisis counselors and ...

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Bilingual Chat & Text Specialist

Tempe, AZ · Remote

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

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Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a directly related field. * Crisis, call center and chat & text experience preferred * Experience in the mental/behavioral health field ...

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How much do text counseling jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for text counseling in the United States is $25.47, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is text counseling?

A Text Counseling job involves providing emotional support, guidance, and crisis intervention to individuals through text-based communication. Counselors typically work for mental health organizations, crisis hotlines, or online platforms, assisting people who may be struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, or other personal challenges. They use active listening, empathy, and problem-solving skills to help individuals manage their emotions and find appropriate resources. This role requires strong written communication skills, emotional resilience, and training in crisis intervention techniques.

What are the typical challenges faced by professionals working in text counseling?

Text counselors often handle multiple clients simultaneously and must adapt quickly to a wide range of emotional situations, requiring focus and quick critical thinking. The lack of nonverbal cues in text-based communication can make it more challenging to gauge a client’s emotional state, so counselors need strong interpretive skills and must clarify meaning frequently. Additionally, maintaining clear boundaries while providing empathetic support is crucial for both client well-being and counselor self-care. Most teams have supervision or peer support systems in place to help manage challenging conversations and promote ongoing professional development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in text counseling?

To thrive in Text Counseling, strong written communication skills, active listening, and a background in psychology, social work, or counseling are essential, often supported by relevant degrees or certifications. Familiarity with secure messaging platforms and client management systems is common, with some employers requiring certification in crisis intervention or mental health first aid. Empathy, patience, and the ability to maintain confidentiality stand out as highly valued soft skills. These competencies are vital to provide effective, timely support to clients while ensuring their safety and privacy during sensitive conversations.

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Infographic showing various Text Counseling job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,978 per year, or $25.5 per hour.

Crisis Counselor Supervisor Bilingual (Part-Time)

Crisis Text Line, Inc.

Dallas, TX • Remote

$26.21/hr

Part-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Who we are
At Crisis Text Line we believe that every person in crisis deserves to be heard, understood, and supported. Our mission is carried forward by people who lead with empathy, integrity, and a deep sense of responsibility to one another and the communities we serve.

We are building a team of thoughtful, purpose-driven professionals who want their work to matter. Across every role, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful impact, collaborate with committed colleagues, and help shape systems, programs, and experiences that strengthen our organization and the people who make our mission possible.

If you’re driven by purpose, passionate about designing meaningful learning experiences, and motivated to build programs that empower and develop volunteers over time, this is the place for you.


Role
Crisis Counselor Supervisors play a critical role in the success of Crisis Text Line by providing real-time guidance and support to our remote volunteer Crisis Counselors, ensuring texters receive the highest quality care. In this role, you will step into texter conversations as needed and provide leadership during high-risk situations, including active rescues and mandatory reporting. You bring a calm, supportive, and empathetic approach to your work, fostering a positive and effective environment for Crisis Counselors while always keeping both the texter experience and the Crisis Counselor experience top of mind.

Crisis Text Line offers mental health support in both Spanish and English. In order to provide the service in both languages, our bilingual staff are responsible to provide both Spanish and English support, based on business needs, thus time spent on both services will vary. These bilingual roles require mental flexibility and the ability to easily oscillate between both languages fluidly.

Who you are

  • Leader: You are self-motivated, have people management skills and take initiative when you see opportunities for growth.
  • Expert multitasker: You are extremely focused and can effectively prioritize and monitor multiple tasks at one time in a fast paced environment.
  • Effective communicator: You articulate clearly and effectively with staff and Crisis Counselors on our Platform. You stay focused and concise while being caring and positive.
  • Problem-Solver: You are a critical thinker who can quickly identify problems and bring your best solutions to the table and are motivated to take action.
  • A big thinker: You love to team up! You are always thinking of ways to better the quality of service to our texters and Crisis Counselors.
  • Tech-Savvy: You are proficient in G-suite and are totally comfortable navigating new and exciting websites and online platforms.

What you’ll do

  • Perform active rescues when texter safety has been identified as imminent risk
  • Monitor volunteer Crisis Counselor conversations for training adherence and quality support
  • Work with volunteer Crisis Counselors in providing coping skills and exercise safety protocols in high-risk situations
  • Assist volunteer Crisis Counselors to identify texter needs and develop a support and plan for safety
  • Ensure volunteer Crisis Counselors adherence to code of conduct and escalate if required
  • Provide real time feedback on conversation quality.
  • Participate in trainings and internal working groups to increase quality service delivery

Requirements

  • You have 3+ years of crisis intervention work experience beyond volunteerism.
  • You are bilingual, ie. fluent in English and Spanish (written & verbal).
  • Ability to work flex shifts as needed to meet the needs of the business outside of assigned shifts, up to 12 hours per week, including weekends, nights, and holidays.
Current Shifts Available (2x Openings)
  • Thursday - Saturday 3pm-7pm EST (12 weekly hours)
  • Thursday-Saturday 10pm- 6am EST (24 weekly hours)

Hourly Salary

  • $26.21 per hour

Within the United States, only candidates in the following states will be eligible for employment: CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, IA, MD, MA, MI, MO, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA.

No visa sponsorship available for this position.

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