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.