Therapeutic Support Specialist - BH Group Homes - FT Evenings (M-F 3:00pm–11:30pm)

University Health

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About The Position

University Health Behavioral Health Residential Services is hiring a full-time Therapeutic Support Specialist for the Crossroads Group Home in Kansas City, Missouri. The position supports adults with mental illness in a safe, supportive, recovery-focused residential environment. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, for 40 hours per week. The specialist engages residents in meaningful activities, teaches practical life skills, and provides assistance with outings and medication administration. Medication-administration training is provided. The role also involves maintaining a welcoming environment and helping residents build confidence, emotional well-being, and recovery skills. Specialized training in Recovery-Oriented Cognitive Therapy (CT-R) is offered.

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; keep certification current according to Missouri DHSS 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.
Successfully clear the Family Care Registry background check.
Complete required training as directed during orientation and by leadership within established timelines.
Demonstrate compassion for adults with severe mental illness, adaptability, calm problem-solving, cultural humility, and the ability to build trusting relationships.

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

Lead meaningful activities that promote residents’ confidence, enjoyment, and emotional well-being.
Help residents develop practical life skills, including cooking, cleaning, symptom management, and problem-solving.
Assist residents with outings.
Administer medications after receiving training.
Maintain a welcoming, safe, inclusive, and recovery-focused environment.
Complete required training within established timelines.
Operate a 15-passenger van and obey traffic laws while on duty.