UnityPoint Health·Rock Island, Illinois
Perform in-depth mental health and substance use assessments for individuals in crisis within the community. Provide direct clinical services, case management, and coordinate care with emergency departments and other providers.
Tuesday –
Friday, 6:15
PM - 2:00 AM Join our team at the Robert Young Center as a Mobile Crisis Clinician. The Mobile Crisis Responder will be part of a mobile crisis team providing crisis assessment and evaluation in the community. This role may include co-responding with law enforcement and participating in a 24/7 on-call rotation, including days, nights, and weekends. Responsibilities include assessing risk, including suicidal ideation and lethality, and determining appropriate level of care. The Mobile Crisis Responder will provide referrals, support case planning for clients and families, and ensure timely and accurate documentation of all services provided. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Implements Trauma Informed Care (TIC) while completing in-depth mental health and substance use assessments and formulating diagnoses for individuals in crisis. Conducts comprehensive mental health and substance use evaluations for clients presenting in crisis situations. Contacts physicians, providers, and emergency departments to support disposition recommendations and ensures accurate documentation in the medical record. Provides direct clinical services including evaluation, counseling, education, and development of treatment plans for individuals, families, and support systems. Delivers substance use assessment, intervention, individual and group counseling, and recovery-focused education and consultation services. Provides case management and care coordination, including referrals, locating treatment facilities, insurance authorization support, and collaboration with internal and external providers. Participates in on-call rotation for nights and weekends to ensure 24/7 coverage and maintains compliance with all regulatory and agency standards while ensuring accurate documentation and reporting.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related human services field required Experience: 2 years preferred in mental health or substance use services, or equivalent experience Knowledge of assessments, crisis intervention, and suicide risk/lethality evaluation Ability to work with diverse populations in fast-paced, high-stress settings Specialized mental health or psychiatric training preferred License(s)/Certification(s): Valid driver’s license required Knowledge of HIPAA, 42 C.F.R. Part 2, ASAM, DSM, and Trauma Informed Care required or ability to obtain *Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, internal equity, and other business needs. The salary range listed does not include other forms of compensation which may include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits that may be applicable to this role.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a related human services field and a valid driver's license. Preferred experience includes 2 years in mental health or substance use services and specialized psychiatric training.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Illinois often draw steady interest because employers look for licensed or graduate-prepared candidates who can work in clinical, community, or care-coordination settings. This role is competitive because the required background is specific—either a master’s degree in a human services field or an active Illinois RN license, with behavioral health experience preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure, degree, and setting experience before applying.
