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National Runaway Safeline

Respite Crisis Services Support Specialist

National Runaway Safeline

Crisis Services Support Specialist providing trauma-informed crisis intervention via hotline and digital platforms. Back-up staff member assisting runaway, homeless, and at-risk youth and families.

Posted 7/3/2026part-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $17 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Respond to requests for Crisis Services Center coverage in a timely manner;
  • Respond to NRS and Comprehensive Community Based Youth Services (CCBYS) contacts;
  • Maintain quality documentation of all crisis communications;
  • Report child abuse and neglect to appropriate authorities as required by law;
  • Contribute to continuous quality improvement efforts.
  • Ensure confidentiality of callers we serve;
  • Demonstrate respect and acceptance of all individuals and communities serviced by, working in partnership with, or employed by NRS;
  • Adhere to policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
  • Participate, on camera, in regular supervision and staff meetings as required.
  • Attend regular training provided in house, by partners, and for personnel professional development.
  • Ability to attend events in various locations either via personal transportation, rental, or public transportation.
  • Participate in assigned special projects and respond to ad hoc requests as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Knowledge and experience working in a social services environment, with a preference for experience with crisis intervention.
  • Have a flexible schedule with the ability to work some weekends and overnight hours
  • Responsive and able to assist with short-term requests for support;
  • Self-starter and detail-oriented;
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
  • Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate with diverse teams and build strong relationships;
  • Creative problem-solving skills with a positive, solutions-oriented mindset;
  • Ability to be flexible and adaptable to the evolving needs of a dynamic team;
  • Experience prioritizing and managing projects from start to finish and proven track record of meeting deadlines;
  • Proven organizational and multi-tasking skills;
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook);
  • Familiarity with data entry processes and ability to utilize industry-specific software;
  • Commitment to the mission and operating goals of the National Runaway Safeline;
  • Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred, but not required.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • All jobs remote
  • Flexible schedule

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Hard Skills & Tools
Crisis InterventionQuality DocumentationData Entry ProcessesProject ManagementMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlook
Soft Skills
Creative Problem-SolvingDetail-OrientedFlexible And AdaptableSelf-StarterStrong Relationship Building