Posted 16 days ago
Emergency Support Specialist
@ Randstad Canada
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
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Overview
Randstad Canada is hiring an Emergency Support Specialist on a short-term contract, fully remote across Canada. The role involves answering calls from people in emergencies and guiding them with warmth and clear information. Pay is $17.00 per hour for 37.5 hours a week with 7-day open availability, and paid remote training is provided.
Pay:
$17 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Greet callers with warmth and empathy during emergencies
- Provide clear, tailored information for emergency needs
- Track call details and escalate high-priority cases
- Handle high call volumes while staying calm
Requirements summary:
- Fluent written and spoken English
- At least 6 months in a frontline, administrative or contact center role
- Windows 10+ computer with wired high-speed internet
- USB headset with noise cancellation and working webcam
- Willingness to complete a background check
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-22
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-22
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-22
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Customer service |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Home |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, People with disabilities, Women, Racialized people, 2SLGBTQ+ |
| Perks mentioned | Paid training |
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Randstad Canada
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Full company description
As the Canadian leader in recruitment and HR, and one of Canada’s best places to work, we have a uniquely human approach to work. We deliver HR innovation with human interaction at its core. At the unique intersection of technology and humanity, we deliver data-driven insights coupled with a people-first experience that is inherently human. Human Forward. Learn more at www.randstad.ca.
- LinkedIn followers
- 455,966
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,207
- Reported office locations
- 777 Bay Street, Suite 2000, PO Box 128, Toronto, ON M5G 2C8, CA
- 525 Avenue Viger Ouest, Suite 501, Montréal, Quebec H2Z 1G6, CA
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- 245 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, Manitoba, CA
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- Other recorded names
- Randstad Canada
- Specialties
- HR Consulting
- IT Recruitment
- Engineering Recruitment
- Staffing and HR
- HR Services
- Recruitment
- HR Outsourcing
- Temporary Hiring
- Permanent Hiring
- Recruiting
- Permanent Jobs
- Temp Jobs
- Hiring Strategy
- Human Resources
- Staffing
- Finding Jobs
- Employer Branding
- Jobs
- and Contract Jobs
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- Yes
As the Canadian leader in recruitment and HR, and one of Canada’s best places to work, we have a uniquely human approach to work. We deliver HR innovation with human interaction at its core. At the unique intersection of technology and humanity, we deliver data-driven insights coupled with a people-first experience that is inherently human. Human Forward. Learn more at www.randstad.ca.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Staffing and Recruiting |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, ON |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1997 |
| Specialties | HR ConsultingIT RecruitmentEngineering RecruitmentStaffing and HRHR ServicesRecruitmentHR OutsourcingTemporary HiringPermanent HiringRecruiting |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 9,437 |
| View page |
Job description
🚨 Emergency Support Agent (100% Remote)
Are you a resilient, caring communicator ready to answer the call when people need help most? During sudden emergencies like wildfires, a reassuring voice on the phone brings comfort and stability. We are hiring dedicated team members for a remote response campaign to guide individuals through tough situations.
This isn't just a phone job—you will be a crucial line of support. If you are exceptionally reliable, empathetic, and flexible under changing conditions, we want you on our team.
Campaign Term: Short-term position with possibility of extension
Paid Training: Complete remote onboarding provided
Work Location: 100% Remote
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours/week; requires 7-day open availability)
Pay Rate: $17.00/hour
Advantages
100% Remote Convenience: Work safely from your own space while skipping the daily commute and saving on travel costs.
Make a Real Difference: Deliver vital, meaningful support during high-stakes emergency relief campaigns.
Skill Advancement: Strengthen your crisis management, conflict resolution, and customer service skills alongside a supportive team.
Responsibilities
Be the Reassuring Voice: Greet incoming callers with authentic warmth and deep empathy when they need it most.
Guide with Confidence: Supply clear, actionable, and comforting information tailored to emergency needs.
Sound Natural, Not Robotic: Convert call scripts into warm, adaptive, and human conversations.
Seamless Escalation & Records: Track call details carefully and pass high-priority cases to leadership without delay.
Thrive in High Volumes: Keep your cool and stay sharp during busy shifts to ensure no caller is left behind.
Qualifications
Fluent Communicator: Clear, professional written and spoken English.
Proven Track Record: At least 6 months serving customers in a frontline, administrative, or contact center role.
Compliant Hardware: Windows 10+ computer (macOS/ChromeOS/tablets not accepted).
Hardwired Connection: High-speed internet connected directly via Ethernet cable.
Ready to Work: USB headset with noise cancellation, working webcam, and willingness to complete a background check.
Summary
Make an Impact Today
If you are ready to serve as a vital pillar of support during critical times, submit your application today or email your resume directly to [email protected]
Title: Remote Emergency Support Specialist – English
Location: Remote (Canada-wide)
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [email protected] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
Are you a resilient, caring communicator ready to answer the call when people need help most? During sudden emergencies like wildfires, a reassuring voice on the phone brings comfort and stability. We are hiring dedicated team members for a remote response campaign to guide individuals through tough situations.
This isn't just a phone job—you will be a crucial line of support. If you are exceptionally reliable, empathetic, and flexible under changing conditions, we want you on our team.
Campaign Term: Short-term position with possibility of extension
Paid Training: Complete remote onboarding provided
Work Location: 100% Remote
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours/week; requires 7-day open availability)
Pay Rate: $17.00/hour
Advantages
100% Remote Convenience: Work safely from your own space while skipping the daily commute and saving on travel costs.
Make a Real Difference: Deliver vital, meaningful support during high-stakes emergency relief campaigns.
Skill Advancement: Strengthen your crisis management, conflict resolution, and customer service skills alongside a supportive team.
Responsibilities
Be the Reassuring Voice: Greet incoming callers with authentic warmth and deep empathy when they need it most.
Guide with Confidence: Supply clear, actionable, and comforting information tailored to emergency needs.
Sound Natural, Not Robotic: Convert call scripts into warm, adaptive, and human conversations.
Seamless Escalation & Records: Track call details carefully and pass high-priority cases to leadership without delay.
Thrive in High Volumes: Keep your cool and stay sharp during busy shifts to ensure no caller is left behind.
Qualifications
Fluent Communicator: Clear, professional written and spoken English.
Proven Track Record: At least 6 months serving customers in a frontline, administrative, or contact center role.
Compliant Hardware: Windows 10+ computer (macOS/ChromeOS/tablets not accepted).
Hardwired Connection: High-speed internet connected directly via Ethernet cable.
Ready to Work: USB headset with noise cancellation, working webcam, and willingness to complete a background check.
Summary
Make an Impact Today
If you are ready to serve as a vital pillar of support during critical times, submit your application today or email your resume directly to [email protected]
Title: Remote Emergency Support Specialist – English
Location: Remote (Canada-wide)
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [email protected] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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