Join Our Team as a Therapeutic Support Specialist! 

Are you passionate about mental health care? Join University Health Behavioral Health Ellington Place as a Therapeutic Support Specialist on our day shift team! Support adults with mental illness while enjoying a consistent weekday schedule: Monday–Friday, 7 AM–3:30 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 at Ellington Place 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.