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Job Title: 988 Crisis Counselor
Company Name: Boys Town
Location: Omaha, NE
Position Type: Part Time
Post Date: 03/08/2026
Expire Date: 04/07/2026
Job Categories: Education, Counseling
Job Description
988 Crisis Counselor

Step into a meaningful role where every conversation matters. As a Crisis Counselor at Boys Town, youll be a lifeline for individuals in crisisoffering calm, compassionate, and solution-focused support via phone, text, or chat. Help guide others through difficult moments and make an impact from day one.

Support Those in Crisis Make an Impact as a Crisis Counselor in Omaha, NE!
Starting Pay: $17.50$18.50/hr (plus shift differential if applicable)
Full-Time or Part-Time: Both Available
Shifts: This is a 24/7 hotline so shifts may be available throughout the day.

At least one weekend day is required for all counselors. Some holidays will be required as well (at 2x pay).

Benefits Youll Enjoy:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Free services at Boys Town Clinics for enrolled employees
401(k) Retirement Plan with 100% Employer Match Up to 6% of your salary
Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Paid Holidays Start earning time off right away
Tuition Assistance Grow your career with educational support
Employee Assistance Program Confidential support for you and your loved ones
Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Peace of mind at no extra cost

What Youll Be Doing:
Responding to calls, texts, chats, or emails from people in crisis
Providing short-term counseling, de-escalation, and problem-solving support
Offering referrals and resources when necessary
Accurately documenting interactions and maintaining confidentiality

Who Were Looking For:
High school diploma or equivalent required (Bachelors preferred; required for some programs)
At least 21 years old
Computer literate, able to take notes while talking to callers

Physical & Safety Requirements:
Sedentary office work with standard computer use
Minimal physical risks in a typical administrative setting

Offer hope, provide support, and save livesstart your meaningful career in crisis intervention today.

Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.

At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.

About Boys Town:

Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.

This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.

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Company Name: Boys Town
Website:https://boystown.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/boystowncareers/details/job/Omaha-NE/XMLNAME-988-Crisis-Counselor_REQ-2026-8076-1
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