Join Our Team as a PRN Therapeutic Support Specialist! 

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Join our dynamic team at University Health Behavioral Health Residential Housing as a Therapeutic Support Specialist/Mental Health Technician and become a vital part of empowering residents to lead fulfilling, independent lives!  

What You'll Do: 

As a Therapeutic Support Specialist on our Group Home Residential team, you'll play a key role in providing compassionate care and support to adult residents with severe and persistent mental illness. Every day will bring meaningful opportunities to: 

• Connect: Engage residents in fun activities that help them reconnect to things they enjoy and make them feel good about themselves. 

• Teach: Help residents develop essential life skills like cooking and cleaning, how to cope with their symptoms, and problem solving. 

• Support: Lead outings, assist with medication administration (training provided), and create a warm and welcoming environment where residents thrive. 

Why Join Us? 

• Flexible Schedule: Pick up shifts that work for your life and make your own schedule. We have shifts available on weekdays, overnights, evenings, and weekends. Pick up at least 24 hours of shifts a month, including certain holidays and shifts with as little as two hours' notice.  

• Purpose-Driven Work: Know that what you do makes a real difference in the lives of our residents. 

• Training & Growth: Gain valuable experience and skills in mental health care. Receive state-of-the-art training (Recovery-Orientated Cognitive Therapy) that will help you be effective in your work and see more successes. 

• Pay: Enjoy pay rates that stand out in the industry, in addition to shift differentials for evening, overnight, and weekend shifts.  

Who We’re Looking For: 

• Mental Health Advocates: You believe in the potential of every individual to grow, heal, and thrive with the right support. 

• Adaptable Problem-Solvers: You remain calm under pressure and can think on your feet to handle unexpected situations effectively. You maintain a positive attitude, even in challenging situations. 

• Culturally Humble: You respect and celebrate the diversity of our clients, team, and neighborhood. You work hard to create a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. 

• Relationships Matter: You love building relationships and making people feel important. 

• Flexible and Compassionate Caregivers: Whether you’re seeking a PRN, on-call, or flexible schedule role, you’re looking for a rewarding, part-time opportunity that fits around your lifestyle. Perfect for students, retirees, or anyone looking for a fulfilling role. 

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. 

• Be available to pick up shifts with two hours' notice more times than not 

• Pick up a minimum of 24 hours of shifts each month (shifts are 4, 8, and 12 hours). 

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.