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Certified Peer Mobile Response Specialist - PRN

Sedalia, MO · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Certified Peer Mobile Response Specialist Location: Columbia, Missouri Department: Crisis Services Employment Type: PRN Shift: Availability for varied shifts Job Summary: Do you want to share your ...

Brightli

Certified Peer Mobile Response Specialist - PRN

Boonville, MO · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Certified Peer Mobile Response Specialist Location: Columbia, Missouri Department: Crisis Services Employment Type: PRN Shift: Availability for varied shifts Job Summary: Do you want to share your ...

Brightli

Certified Peer Mobile Response Specialist - PRN

Sedalia, MO · On-site

$16 - $20/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Certified Peer Mobile Response Specialist Location: Columbia, Missouri Department: Crisis Services Employment Type: PRN Shift: Availability for varied shifts Job Summary: Do you want to share your ...

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How much do mobile response jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for mobile response in the United States is $33.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.52 and $33.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed for a mobile response professional?

To thrive as a Mobile Response professional, you need a solid background in crisis intervention, mental health assessment, and de-escalation techniques, often supported by degrees in psychology, social work, or related fields. Familiarity with case management systems, mobile communication tools, and certifications in crisis intervention or first aid is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to remain calm under pressure set exceptional candidates apart. These skills are crucial for providing immediate, effective support to individuals in crisis and ensuring safety and positive outcomes in unpredictable environments.

What is the difference between Mobile Response vs Mobile Crisis Counselor?

AspectMobile ResponseMobile Crisis Counselor
CredentialsVaries by employer, often requires mental health or crisis intervention trainingTypically requires mental health certification or licensure
Work EnvironmentOn-site, community-based, emergency response settingsCommunity, emergency, or clinical settings, often mobile or outreach
Employer & IndustryEmergency services, mental health agencies, crisis response teamsBehavioral health organizations, crisis intervention teams

Mobile Response and Mobile Crisis Counselor roles both focus on providing immediate mental health support in community settings. While credentials may overlap, Mobile Response staff often operate in emergency situations, whereas Mobile Crisis Counselors may have more specialized mental health training. Both roles are essential in crisis intervention, but their specific duties and work environments differ slightly.

What are common challenges faced by mobile response professionals, and how can they be managed?

Mobile Response professionals often encounter high-pressure situations, such as responding to crises in unpredictable environments. Managing these challenges requires strong communication skills, the ability to stay calm under stress, and adaptability to rapidly changing circumstances. Collaboration with law enforcement, healthcare, and social service teams is frequent, so building effective relationships and understanding diverse protocols is key. Ongoing training, peer support, and self-care strategies are essential for maintaining resilience and effectiveness in the role.

What is a mobile response?

Mobile Response workers are professionals who provide immediate, on-site support to individuals experiencing a mental health or behavioral crisis. They are typically part of a mobile crisis team that responds to calls in the community, such as homes, schools, or public places, to de-escalate situations and connect individuals to appropriate services. Their goal is to provide rapid intervention, reduce the need for hospitalization or law enforcement involvement, and ensure the safety and well-being of everyone involved. They often include clinicians, social workers, and peer specialists, and work closely with other community resources.

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Mobile Response jobs near you
Infographic showing various Mobile Response job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $68,648 per year, or $33 per hour.

Mobile Crisis Response Counselor

Kenneth Young Center

Mount Prospect, IL • On-site

$50K - $52K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Mobile Crisis Response Counselor
Kenneth Young Center is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit dedicated to providing comprehensive outpatient behavioral health services to individuals of all walks of life. Located in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago, we offer a wide range of services including outpatient therapeutic care, recovery-oriented support, community prevention, LGBTQ+ outreach, older adult services, and crisis intervention. Our team welcomes and celebrates unique perspectives and represents the diversity and vitality of our local communities. Join our team to grow in your career while building stronger, healthier communities.
Kenneth Young Center offers a robust benefit package that is highly competitive to the market and offers all full-time employees the following:
  • 403(b) plan with organizational matching
  • Medical Insurance (Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois - BCBS)
  • Dental (BCBS), and Vision Insurance (BCBS) with low employee premiums
  • Long Term and Short Term Disability (BCBS), no cost to employee
  • Flexible Spending Account (with annual rollover)
  • Basic life insurance (50k) paid for by the organization and option for additional voluntary coverage for self, spouse, or dependents (BCBS)
  • Incentive program with potential for quarterly bonuses
  • Opportunity for annual bonus and salary increase (discretionary based on annual KYC financial audit)
  • Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

To further promote an active and healthy work/ life balance, KYC also offers a generous amount of paid time off and staff holidays.
  • 4 weeks of Paid Time Off (With increases based on seniority)
  • 8 Paid Organization-Wide Holidays
  • 3 Personal Floating Holidays annually

Job Scope:
A Mobile Response Crisis Counselor is a mental health professional who provides immediate, on-site and community-based support for behavioral health emergencies, responding to homes, schools, or public places to de-escalate crises, conduct assessments, offer counseling, create safety plans, and connect individuals with ongoing care, acting as a compassionate alternative to law enforcement for psychiatric needs.
Crisis calls will be received through the 988 Crisis Response Line and/or directly through the KYC crisis line as part of the Crisis Care System (CCS). Crisis Line is 24 hours including evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday hours. The Mobile response area is primarily Schaumburg and Elk Grove Townships.
Clinical Responsibilities
  • Provide a full range of crisis screening, assessment, and support services to clients and their families experiencing a mental health crisis. These services will include the following:
    • In-person crisis screenings completed in a two-person team to assess current needs and determine level of risk.
    • Telephone crisis screenings to assess current needs and determine level of risk.
    • Promote opportunities for clients to develop a personal safety plan to stabilize a client without the use of hospitalization, if hospitalization is not warranted
    • Coordinate with Supervisor on Call for any escalated situation that may require hospitalization or EMS response
    • Short-term case management services to reduce likelihood of future crisis
      • Linkage with established care providers
      • Linkage to community resources
      • Support to help a client bridge access to services
  • Participate as a responsible crisis team member to maintain continuous on-call coverage (24/7) and to accomplish other team tasks, goals and responsibilities
  • Provide short-term follow-up that reflects the CCS MCR program demands
  • Provide timely and accurate assessments of incoming crisis calls with clinically appropriate dispositions utilizing available QMHP
  • Determine the need for additional services based on the assessment and facilitate linkage
  • Participate in consultation, as needed, with other KYC programs and outside agencies, including professionals, PD, EMS or with paid agency consultants

Administrative and Performance Requirements
  • Interpret and communicate, at the service delivery level, Kenneth Young Center policies and procedures
  • Meet agency quality and compliance standards by accurately completing clinical documentation and service reporting in a timely manner
  • Participate in program evaluation and development of service options that best address client needs
  • Participate in Department, Team, and other agency meetings and training as directed by supervisor.
  • Work cooperatively with other Kenneth Young Center teams and programs to maintain smooth continuity of care when cases are shared across teams
  • Become familiar with and utilize outside resources as needed to provide comprehensive services to clients
  • Participate in supervision and regular performance evaluations as directed

Education and Experience
  • Bachelors Degree from an Accredited College or University in Social Work, Psychology, or closely related discipline
  • Preferred 2-3 of years experience working with individuals recovering from serious and persistent mental illness providing case management and community support.
  • Basic computer proficiency, knowledge of Word and Internet skills
  • Applicant must have a valid IL Driver's License, valid auto insurance, and access to a well maintained/insured vehicle

Work Environment
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting
  • Roughly two thirds of the employee's time will be spent in the community, driving to and from hospitals, schools, family homes, and other community sites to perform crisis screenings
  • While in transit, the employee may experience changing road and whether conditions
  • In conducting, screenings and follow ups with the family, an employee may be exposed to varied residential environments based on assigned caseload

Travel Requirements
  • While performing the duties of this position, the employee travels by automobile and is exposed to changing weather conditions.
  • The employee is required to drive the KYC owned passenger van to and from client homes and to various sites in the community and surrounding areas.
  • Employee may also be required to attend occasional meetings/trainings in and around KYC's catchment area.
  • While traveling, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles as well as changing road conditions.

Schedule/Time Keeping
  • Exempt, Full-Time, 37.5 hour/week
  • Must work a flexible schedule in response to the needs of the target population served, including additional rotating, stipend reimbursed, on-call shifts, which include evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday hours

Kenneth Young Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay Range: $50,000 - $52,000 per year

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