As a Therapeutic Support Specialist on our residential care team , you will provide essential care and support to residents, helping them thrive in a safe and supportive environment. Your responsibilities will include:
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 manage men t , and problem-solving.
Provide Support: Assist with outings, medication administration ( training provided ), and maintaining a welcoming, recovery-focused environ men t .
Why Join Us?
We offer more than just a job - we provide purpose and growth opportunities:
Purpose-Driven Work: Make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with men t a l illness.
Competitive Pay: Standout pay rates, with shift differentials for evenings, overnights, and weekends.
Training & Develop men t : Receive specialized training in Recovery-Oriented Cognitive Therapy (CT-R) to see real success in your work and advance your skills.
Who We're Looking For:
We are seeking compassionate individuals with these qualities:
Men t a l Health Advocates: Passionate about supporting adults with severe men t a l illness in their recovery journeys.
Adaptable Problem-Solvers: Able to stay calm, think critically, and handle challenges effectively.
Culturally Humble Professionals: Respectful of diversity and dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive environ men t .
Relationship Builders: Skilled at creating meaningful connections and fostering trust with residents and teammates.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join a team that cares as much as you do. Apply today to start your career as a Therapeutic Support Specialist at Ellington Place and help us create brighter futures for our residents!
Requirements
We are looking for passionate, dedicated individuals who meet the following minimum qualifications and can contribute to a supportive environ men t for our residents:
Minimum Require men t s:
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.
Level 1 Medication Aide (LIMA) Licensure: Complete the licensure course and exam within the first 90 days of employ men t . Certification must remain current per the Missouri Depart men t 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 employ men t .
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 docu men t ed experience assisting patients with activities of daily living ( e.g. home health or residential experience).
Men t a l Health Experience: Prior experience in a men t a l health care setting is highly valued.
Benefits
Health insurancePaid time offFlexible schedule
Additional Information
If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site.
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Therapeutic Support Specialist - Mental Health Tech | Weekend Days | Full Benefits + Shift Differential
101 Truman Medical Center
Job Location
Crossroads Group Home
Kansas City, Missouri
Department
Community Mental Health Center
Position Type
Part time
Work Schedule
7:00AM - 7:30PM
Hours Per Week
24
Job Description
Join Our Team as a Therapeutic Support Specialist !
Are you looking for a flexible schedule that allows you to work weekends and still receive full-time benefits ? Join University Health Behavioral Health Ellington Place as a Therapeutic Support Specialist/ Mental Health Technician on our weekend day shift team! Work Saturday and Sunday, 7 AM-7:30 PM , with a significant shift differential for weekend hours. Optional additional shifts are available.
Trumed · Crossroads Group Home