Mental Health Tech – Group Home – PRN

University Health

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About The Position

Join Our Team as a PRN Mental Health Technician! 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 Mental Health Technician and become a vital part of empowering residents to lead fulfilling, independent lives! As a Mental Health Technician 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, teach, and support residents.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (No college degree required).
• Must possess BLS certification or obtain within 120 days of hire; certification must be kept current for continued employment.
• Must pass Level 1 Medication Aide (LIMA) licensure course and exam within first 90 days of employment and must maintain current certification, through the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services (DHSS).
• Must obtain a valid Class E Missouri or Kansas driver’s license and be competent in operating a 15 passenger van within 6 months of employment.
• Must obey all traffic laws while operating vehicles while on duty.
• Clearance through the Family Care Registry.
• Completion of training as directed through orientation and/or by Leadership, Management or Educators in the established timeline 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).

Nice To Haves

• Preference for applicants with previous documented experience in patient care, including assistance with ambulation, feeding, and other activities of daily living.
• Previous mental health experience.

Responsibilities

• Engage residents in fun activities that help them reconnect to things they enjoy and make them feel good about themselves.
• Help residents develop essential life skills like cooking and cleaning, how to cope with their symptoms, and problem solving.
• Lead outings, assist with medication administration (training provided), and create a warm and welcoming environment where residents thrive.

Benefits

• Flexible Schedule: Pick up shifts that work for your life and make your own schedule.
• 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.
• Enjoy pay rates that stand out in the industry, in addition to shift differentials for evening, overnight, and weekend shifts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees