Veteran Directed Care Options Counselor Assistant- Must Live in Puerto Rico to Apply (47462)
Job Description
About the Role
Join BAY AGING as a Veteran Directed Care Options Counselor Assistant- Must Live in Puerto Rico to Apply (47462) in United States. Job DetailsJob Location: Remote Puerto Rico - Puerto Rico, PR 00000Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $18.00 - $20.
Key Responsibilities
- 2386, Ext. 1228 or mduchemin@bayaging. org.
Requirements
- 2386, Ext. 1228 or mduchemin@bayaging. org.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $18-$20/hr (Est. $37k-$42k/year)
Work Schedule
- Full-time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join BAY AGING as a Veteran Directed Care Options Counselor Assistant- Must Live in Puerto Rico to Apply (47462).
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veteran Directed Care Options Counselor Assistant- Must Live in Puerto Rico to Apply (47462) at BAY AGING a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all counselor listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, remote work flexibility.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Counselor Career Context
Licensed counselors and therapists are in high demand as mental health awareness grows, with telehealth platforms creating new opportunities for remote practice.
Remote counselor positions have grown significantly in recent years, offering clinicians the ability to maintain a full patient panel without geographic constraints or commute-related burnout.
Compensation Analysis
Stated compensation: $18-$20/hr (Est. $37k-$42k/year).
This position also offers production-based compensation: $20 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.
Location & Logistics
This is a fully remote counselor 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
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Fully remote — work from anywhere with an active license
- Transparent compensation ($0k–$0k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Writing, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Data Entry, Case Management, HIPAA Compliance. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this counselor role.
Core responsibilities: Support the Veteran Directed Care program by managing enrollment packets, handling timesheet issues, and performing data entry. Conduct monthly phone calls, quarterly home visits, and assessments for clients.
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Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (3)
Hybrid work (Schedule flexibility ↓ burnout)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position demonstrates strong burnout protection with 3 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Posted
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