Therapeutic Support Specialist – Mental Health Tech

**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.** **Please log into [myWORKDAY](http://www.myworkday.com/trumed/d/home.htmld) to search for positions and apply.** Therapeutic Support Specialist – Mental Health Tech (M-F 11pm-7:30am) 101 Truman Medical Center **Job Location** ================ Crossroads Group Home Kansas City, Missouri **Department** ============== Community Mental Health Center **Position Type** ================= Full time **Work Schedule** ================= 11:00PM - 7:30AM **Hours Per Week** ================== 40 **Job Description** =================== **Join Our Team as a** **Therapeutic Support Specialist****!**  Looking for a fulfilling overnight role? Join University Health Behavioral Health Ellington Place as a **Therapeutic Support Specialist/****Mental Health Technician** on our **overnight shift** team! This full-time position is **Monday–Friday, 11 PM–7:30 AM** and includes additional shift differentials.    **What You'll Do:**  As a **Therapeutic Support Specialist** on our **overnight shift** team, you will help ensure the smooth operation of our residential care facility during the night. While your focus will primarily be on **administrative tasks and facility preparation**, you’ll also provide essential support for residents. Your responsibilities will include:  * **Medication Administration:** Administer morning medications to residents (training provided) and ensure proper documentation for continuity of care.  * **Client Wellness Checks:** Conduct regular rounds to monitor residents while they sleep, ensuring their safety and well-being.  * **Administrative Duties:** Complete nightly documentation, including billing, shift reports, and updates to resident records, to prepare for the daytime staff.  * **Facility Upkeep:** Perform cleaning, safety checks on equipment, and maintain a tidy, organized environment.  * **Prepare for Day Staff:** Coordinate handoffs with the daytime team, ensuring all information and preparations are in place for a seamless transition.  This role offers a mix of **independent tasks and meaningful interaction** with residents, making it perfect for those who excel in both organization and compassionate care.  **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** at Ellington Place 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.