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Bilingual (French/English) Crisis Helpline Responder (Central Africa)

Intellect
Remote (Cameroon, Côte d'Ivoire, Gabon, Rwanda) Posted Oct 9, 2026
Full-timeRemote

About this role

Be the Voice That Makes a Difference.

As a Crisis Helpline Responder, you’ll provide immediate, compassionate support to individuals experiencing distress or crisis. Your work will directly contribute to safety, stabilization, and connection to life-saving resources.

This is a remote, part-time role with flexible scheduling. Local language fluency is preferred, but all qualified, mission-aligned candidates are encouraged to apply.

Why This Role Matters

You’ll serve as a lifeline for individuals facing suicide risk, self-harm, and acute emotional crises—making a real, immediate impact every shift.

Responsibilities

  • Respond to crisis hotline calls with empathy and professionalism

  • Provide evidence-based crisis counseling and de-escalation support

  • Conduct risk assessments and arrange emergency services or referrals when required

  • Maintain accurate and confidential call documentation

  • Develop tailored crisis management and safety plans

  • Ensure smooth handovers between shifts

  • Dedicate each shift exclusively to Intellect crisis support services

  • Requirements

  • Master's degree in Counselling, Counselling Psychology, or Clinical Psychology

  • 1–3 years of helpline experience (paid or volunteer)

  • Proven ability to manage high-risk situations

  • Emotional resilience and calm decision-making under pressure

  • Fluency in French and English language; additional languages are a plus

  • Preferred

  • Mental health or emergency services background

  • Crisis Intervention or Suicide Prevention training

  • If you’re driven to support people during their most difficult moments, apply today and help us save lives.

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