988 Text and Chat Counselor - Part-Time (10083)

This 988 Text and Chat Counselor - Part-Time (10083) position at Baltimore Crisis Response includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties, remote work flexibility. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

This Crisis Counseling position at Baltimore Crisis Response 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.

Remote physician positions in Crisis Counseling have grown significantly in recent years, offering clinicians the ability to maintain a full patient panel without geographic constraints or commute-related burnout.

Stated compensation: $22.00-$24.00 Hourly.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $24 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

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.

Key skills and qualifications: Text Communication, Chat Communication, Crisis De-escalation, Active Listening, Empathy, Trauma-Informed Care, Risk Assessment, Evidence-Based Crisis Intervention. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Crisis Counseling role.

Core responsibilities: The counselor will serve as the first line of support via text and chat for the 988 Lifeline, offering compassionate care, conducting risk assessments, and guiding individuals experiencing emotional distress toward safety and hope. Responsibilities include responding promptly, engaging users with ev...

Benefits package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match, Generous PTO – Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Development Support. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.