UnityPoint Health·Fort Dodge, Iowa
Provide immediate on-site intervention and support to clients experiencing mental health crises in community or home settings. Maintain accurate documentation and data entry in compliance with agency policies and regulatory guidelines.
Crisis
ServicesAffiliate: UnityPoint Health – Eyerly Ball UnityPoint Health is seeking compassionate and resilient individuals to join our Mobile Crisis Response Team. As a Mobile Crisis On-Call Counselor, you will provide on-site support and consultation to clients experiencing mental health crises in community or home settings. This role is vital in helping individuals achieve stability during critical moments.
Current openings & locations: (2) Ft. Dodge, IA - The shifts range from 7a-3p, 3p-11p and 11p-7a daily. On call pay is $3.25 to be available.
Crisis Response (30%): Deliver immediate intervention and support to clients in crisis at the location where the crisis is occurring Documentation (30%): Complete all required data entry and documentation in accordance with agency policy . On-Call Availability (30%): Be reachable by phone and ready to respond within a 1-hour radius, coordinating with your on-call partner Compliance & Standards (10%): Uphold UnityPoint Health values, maintain required certifications, and adhere to HIPAA and other regulatory guidelines
Education: Must meet one of the following: Mental health professional as defined in Iowa Code section 228.1 Bachelor’s degree; or Associate’s degree; or High school diploma Experience (based on education level noted above): Mental health professional: 1 year of mental health experience Bachelor’s in human services: 1 year Bachelor’s in non-human services: 2 years Associate’s degree: 2 years High school diploma: 2 years Licenses/Certifications: Valid driver’s license and compliance with Eyerly Ball’s auto insurance policy Must pass criminal records and dependent adult/child abuse checks#UPHEB123 #EBHIRING
Requires a high school diploma, associate degree, or bachelor degree depending on the specific mental health professional criteria. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and pass criminal and abuse background checks.
Market context
Behavioral-health positions in Iowa are often driven by ongoing demand for psychiatric and mental health services across outpatient, inpatient, and community settings. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for advanced practice credentials, current licensure, and certifications such as DEA, BLS, and ACLS; this posting also includes benefits like medical, dental, vision, PTO, and a sign-on bonus. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your PMHNP certification and Iowa license before applying.