Therapeutic Support Specialist – Mental Health Tech (M-F 11pm-7:30am)

University Health

6d • Onsite

About The Position

University Health Behavioral Health is hiring a full-time Therapeutic Support Specialist/Mental Health Technician for the overnight team at Cadence House, an intensive care group home in Kansas City, Missouri. The Monday–Friday schedule is 11:00 PM–7:30 AM, 40 hours per week, with additional shift differentials. The role supports adults with mental illness in a residential care setting, combining independent administrative and facility-preparation work with resident support.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain Heartsavers CPR certification within 90 days of hire and maintain it for continued employment.
• Complete the Level 1 Medication Aide (LIMA) licensure course and exam within the first 90 days of employment; maintain current certification according to Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services requirements.
• Obtain a valid Class E Missouri or Kansas driver’s license.
• Be comfortable and competent operating a 15-passenger van within three months of employment and obey traffic laws while on duty.
• Successfully clear the Family Care Registry background check.
• Complete required training during orientation and within timelines established by leadership.
• Demonstrate adaptability, sound problem-solving, cultural humility, and the ability to build trusting relationships with residents and teammates.

Nice To Haves

• Personal lived experience with recovery from mental health or substance use disorders.
• Documented experience assisting patients with activities of daily living, such as home health or residential experience.
• Prior experience in a mental health care setting.

Responsibilities

• Administer morning medications to residents after training and document administration to support continuity of care.
• Conduct regular rounds to monitor sleeping residents and ensure their safety and well-being.
• Complete nightly documentation, including billing, shift reports, and resident-record updates, for daytime staff.
• Clean the facility, perform equipment safety checks, and maintain an organized environment.
• Coordinate handoffs with the daytime team and prepare information and materials for a smooth transition.
• Support adults with mental illness in their recovery journeys.

Benefits

• Shift differentials for evenings, overnights, and weekends.
• Specialized training in Recovery-Oriented Cognitive Therapy (CT-R).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED