About the role
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Please log into myWORKDAY to search for positions and apply. Therapeutic Support Specialist – Mental Health Technician (M-F 3:00pm–11:30pm) 101 Truman Medical Center Job Location Crossroads Group Home Kansas City, Missouri Department Community Mental Health Center Position Type Full time Work Schedule 3:00PM - 11:30PM Hours Per Week 40 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 Residential Services
- 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
.
What You'll Do
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 management, and problem-solving.
Provide Support
Assist
- with outings, medication administration ( training provided ), and
- maintaining
- a welcoming, recovery-focused environment.
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 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.
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking compassionate individuals with these qualities:
Mental Health Advocates
Passionate about supporting adults with severe mental 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 environment.
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
and help us create brighter futures for our residents!
Qualifications
- We are looking for passionate, dedicated individuals who meet the following
- minimum qualifications
and can contribute to a supportive environment for our residents:
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.
Level 1 Medication Aide (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.