Licensed Crisis Counselor - Fully Remote in Rockville, MD
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Job Description
About the Role
Join PROTOCALL SERVICES INC. as a Crisis Counselor – Remote, $59K+ in United States. Job DetailsJob Location: Rockville, MD - Rockville, MD 20852Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Graduate DegreeSalary Range: $28.55 - $32.
Key Responsibilities
- compliant home workspace with a locking door and a wired, stable internet connection. What You Can Expect Six
- Week Paid Virtual Training Cohort: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM PST A structured onboarding program including skills development, role
- playing, mentored live call work, and crisis
Requirements
- of 1 year direct experience in behavioral health, counseling, or social services Location: Remote, Maryland residency required.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $59K - $68K
- 20 days PTO.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Student loan repayment assistance.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Remote position - work from anywhere.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with PROTOCALL SERVICES INC. in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Crisis Counselor - Fully Remote in Rockville, MD at PROTOCALL SERVICES a 6.8 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% of all Clinical Psychology physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, remote work flexibility.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Clinical Psychology — Physician Career Context
This Clinical Psychology position at PROTOCALL SERVICES is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Nationally, Clinical Psychology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $95k, with the typical range spanning $70k to $140k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.
Remote physician positions in Clinical Psychology have grown significantly in recent years, offering clinicians the ability to maintain a full patient panel without geographic constraints or commute-related burnout.
Location & Logistics
This is a fully remote physician position. Remote clinicians can practice from any state where they hold an active license, eliminating commute time and offering maximum schedule flexibility. Many remote healthcare positions also allow providers to establish a more sustainable long-term practice pattern.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- Fully remote — work from anywhere with an active license
- Transparent compensation ($32k–$32k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Crisis Intervention, Emotional Support, Risk Assessment, Stabilization Services, Telephonic Support, Active Listening, Safety Planning, Documentation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Clinical Psychology role.
Core responsibilities: The Crisis Counselor acts as a telephonic first responder, providing compassionate emotional support, risk assessment, crisis intervention, and stabilization services to callers experiencing various challenges. Primary duties include building rapport, assessing concerns, providing resources and safe...
Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, 401k with Company Match, Student Loan Repayment Program, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, PTO (up to 4 weeks). A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
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Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (2)
Remote work (RR 0.57; 14-23% ↓ burnout)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted
1mo ago
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