Therapeutic Support Specialist – Mental Health Technician (M-F 3:00pm–11:30pm)

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Therapeutic Support Specialist!

Are you passionate about mental health care and looking for evening work? Join University Health Behavioral Health Ellington Place as a Therapeutic Support Specialist on our evening shift team!

Support adults with mental illness while enjoying a consistent weekday schedule: Monday–Friday, 3 PM–11:30 PM.

• Engage and Connect: Lead fun, meaningful activities that promote confidence, joy, and emotional well-being for residents.
• Teach Life Skills: Guide residents in developing practical skills like cooking, cleaning, symptom management, and problem-solving.
• Provide Support: Assist with outings, medication administration (training provided), and maintaining a welcoming, recovery-focused environment.

Why Join Us?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with mental illness.
• Competitive Pay: Standout pay rates, with shift differentials for evenings, overnights, and weekends.
• Training & Development: Receive specialized training in Recovery-Oriented Cognitive Therapy (CT-R) to see real success in your work and advance your skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements:
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (no college degree required).
• Heartsavers CPR Certification: Must obtain Heartsavers CPR certification within 90 days of hire and maintain it for continued employment.
• LIMA Licensure: Complete the licensure course and exam within the first 90 days of employment. Certification must remain current per the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services (DHSS).
• Driver’s License: Obtain a valid Class E Missouri or Kansas driver’s license. Must be comfortable and competent operating a 15-passenger van within 3 months of employment and obey all traffic laws while on duty.
• Family Care Registry Clearance: Successfully clear the Family Care Registry background check.
• Training: Complete all required training as outlined during orientation and by leadership within established timelines for continued employment.

• Preferred Qualifications:
• Lived Experience: Personal lived experience with recovery from mental health or substance use disorders is valued in our setting.
• Patient Care Experience: Preference for candidates with documented experience assisting patients with activities of daily living (e.g. home health or residential experience).
• Mental Health Experience: Prior experience in a mental health care setting is highly valued.