Mobile Crisis Outreach Counselor; 2nd shift

Reports to:

MCO Program Coordinator

Bettendorf, IA

FT – Monday-Friday 12:00PM-8:00PM

Foundation 2 Crisis Services is a mission‑driven, non‑profit organization that provides critical crisis intervention and prevention services across Iowa. We operate a 24/7 crisis center, including phone, text, and chat services. We also operate an emergency youth shelter, mental health support groups, community‑based crisis programs, training, and more. We have been saving lives for over 50 years. Join our team today!

Coordinate and respond to dispatches within the Foundation 2 service area during scheduled hours. Offer compassionate, objective, client‑centered counseling to individuals. Assist individuals and families with connection to local resources and community providers. Advocate for clients in navigating various social systems. Complete required documentation and maintain client files in accordance with program policies in a timely manner.

This shift is Monday‑Friday 12:00PM-8:00PM. This role will occasionally extend past shift, depending on length of crisis calls. The role offers the opportunity to sign an ESA for the Mobile Crisis team and pick up additional overtime shifts if desired.

• The annual base salary range for this position is $18–$21 per hour, plus our generous benefit package of $12,000 per year. Flexible benefit dollars can be used toward medical insurance and other benefits. Funds not used for benefits will be added to your paycheck as taxable income. To learn more about the Foundation 2 benefit package visit: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./F2
  
  Benefits
• Generous paid time off, including floating mental wellness days.
• Quarterly wellness benefit reimbursements to support a sense of wellbeing.
• Two weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child.
• Optional pet insurance to cover emergency expenses.
• Retirement plans with Foundation 2 Crisis Services’ matching contributions.
• Go to sleep at night knowing that work you did matters. Foundation 2 staff save lives every day.

• Flexible. You understand people are complicated and solutions with often require a team approach.
• Client‑centered. You are dedicated and passionate about working with individuals in crisis. You know it is an honor to be trusted to support people at their most vulnerable.
• Team player. You enjoy working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and are proud to represent your program.
• Compassionate. You have compassion for clients and a willingness to understand and exercise trauma‑informed care practices.
• Positive. You recognize the power of a positive attitude and have the desire to build positive relationships with coworkers and clients.

• Coordinate and respond to dispatches within the Foundation 2 service area during scheduled hours.
• Offer compassionate, objective, client‑centered counseling to individuals.
• Assist individuals and families with connection to local resources and community providers.
• Advocate for clients in navigating various social systems.
• Complete required documentation and maintain client files in accordance with program policies in a timely manner.

• Bachelor’s degree in a human service‑related field required and one (1) or more years relevant experience
• Comfort using basic computer software.
• Basic typing and data entry skills.
• Excellent writing and grammar skills.
• Valid driver’s license and be insurable by the agency auto insurance policy.
• Pass all background checks completed by Foundation 2 Crisis Services.
• Submit a copy of college degree or transcript as required by licensure for personnel file.
• Attend all MCO trainings within 120 days of hire (40 hours, including two (2) consecutive eight (8) hour days).
• Experience in crisis services preferred.

We’re excited to hear from you! To join the Foundation 2 Crisis Services team, please email your resume and cover letter to jobs. No inquiries by phone. All questions will be answered during an initial virtual interview. Resumes, applications, and cover letter accepted until position filled.

Foundation 2 Crisis Services is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non‑merit factor.