New

Emergency Call Center

TEKsystems
$19.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan, remote work
United States, Michigan, Detroit
May 19, 2026
Community Care Advocate (Call Center) - Evening Shift (Work From Home) Make a real difference-every call matters. We're hiring 2 Community Care Advocates to support individuals and families who are navigating difficult situations and need access to basic resources like food, housing, and utility assistance. If you're someone who can stay calm under pressure, truly listen, and help people in their most vulnerable moments, this role is incredibly meaningful-and equally challenging. What You'll Do As a Community Care Advocate, you'll be the first point of contact for community members seeking help. Every day, you will: * Handle a high volume of inbound calls from individuals in need of support (food, housing, utility assistance, suicide etc.) * Listen actively to understand both stated and unstated needs * Provide accurate referrals to community resources using a comprehensive database * Show genuine empathy and care while maintaining professionalism and efficiency * Ask thoughtful follow-up questions like, "What else can we support you with today?" * Document call details and ensure accurate records * Help improve resources by reporting outdated or incorrect information What to Expect This is a fast-paced, high-impact environment-please review carefully: * Call volume: Back-to-back calls (team handles 300-500 calls/day across ~20 people) * Call length: Average 5-7 minutes * Pace: Continuous queue-based work (little to no downtime) * Call types: Some callers may be upset, emotional, or in crisis * Emotional demand: High-callers are often facing serious life challenges This role is not easy-but it is meaningful and rewarding. Schedule & Training * Shift: 12:30 PM - 9:00 PM (this is fixed and will not change) * Work from home after training (equipment provided) * Week 1: Onsite training, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (classroom-style, independent learning) * Week 2: Shadowing (must be flexible to match assigned shift) * Training style: Self-directed reading and learning (5+ hours/day), followed by hands-on observation What You Bring (Required) * At least 1 year of high-volume inbound call center experience * Queue-based environment * 30+ calls per day * Ability to type while talking (strong documentation skills) * Experience working with a headset system * Emotional resilience-able to handle stressful, high-intensity calls * Willingness to work the assigned shift and training schedule * Strong problem-solving and communication skills What Sets You Apart * Experience in: * Nonprofit, social services, or human services * Community outreach or advocacy * A natural ability to balance empathy with efficiency * Comfort supporting individuals in difficult financial or personal situations Important to Know * This is a mission-driven role where you'll truly impact lives-but it requires thick skin, emotional strength, and focus * You'll be part of a highly tenured team, with many employees staying 10+ years * Not a fit for candidates looking for: * Fully scripted calls only * Low-stress environments * Extensive hands-on training (this role requires independent learning) Education * High School Diploma or GED preferred Why Join Us? * Meaningful, community-focused work * Work-from-home setup (equipment provided) * Stability and support from a long-tenured team * Opportunity to make a real difference-every single day Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Detroit, MI. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 25, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.