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PRN Mental Health Tech – Residential/Group Home

101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location

UH Behavioral Health

Kansas City, Missouri

Department

Community Mental Health Center

Position Type

Part time

Work Schedule

varied

Hours Per Week

4

If you want to work where the action is, University Health (UH) is the place for you. Known as “Kansas City’s Essential Hospital,” UH is the safety net healthcare system for Jackson County/Kansas City. We are an academic medical center, serving as the primary teaching institution for the UMKC Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, and Pharmacy. A 547-bed, not-for-profit health system, UH delivers the highest-quality medical care for our patients, with compassion, empathy, and unparalleled dedication to service. During the 2020 pandemic, we also stepped forward as a regional leader in COVID care and testing. UH is comprised of three campuses:

UH Truman Medical Center is located in the Health Sciences District of downtown Kansas City, Missouri. The Health Sciences District represents a robust academic community, leading the forefront of biomedical research and cutting edge technology. Partnered with UMKC and Children’s Mercy Hospital. University Health serves as the cornerstone in educating the next generation of healthcare practitioners. As a Level 1 Trauma Center, we’re a leader in Emergency Medicine and Critical Care, with world-class expertise in chronic disease management and women’s services, including high-risk maternity care. The Health Sciences District is also home to the University Health 1 and 2 buildings. UH 1 is UH’s beautiful specialty outpatient clinics and day-surgery center and UH 2 is the location for all of our primary care and women’s care clinics.

UH Lakewood Medical Center is located between Kansas City and Lee’s Summit, Missouri, offering residents of Eastern Jackson County access to a modern community hospital with a continuum of outpatient services designed to meet the needs of families. UH Lakewood specializes in high-risk maternal and child care, and serves as one of the few Kansas City metro area institutions accredited by The Joint Commission in Orthopedics and Palliative Care. It also is home to a 188-bed, fully accredited long-term care center.

UH Behavioral Health is the KC metro area’s largest, most comprehensive provider of mental health services. The Crossroads Building , located in Kansas City’s vibrant Crossroads Arts District, is its epicenter, providing a broad list of outpatient services. We also offer psychiatric inpatient care, and we deliver therapeutic services through our community outreach clinics. We are a leader in the Trauma-Informed Care Movement, and provide training, coaching and consulting to outside organizations.

Job Description

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!

What You'll Do:

As a Mental Health Technician, 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: Engage residents in fun activities that build confidence and community.

• Teach: Help residents develop essential life skills like cooking, symptom management, and independent living.

• Support: Lead outings, assist with medication administration (training provided), and create a therapeutic environment where residents thrive.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Scheduling: Pick up shifts that work for your life with a minimum of 24 hours a month, including certain holidays and shifts with as little as two hours' notice.

• 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 in a supportive and team-oriented environment.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Caring individuals who thrive on helping others.

• Availability for weekdays, overnights, evenings, and/or weekends.

• Team players committed to fostering a safe and empowering environment.

Ready to make a difference?

Join a team that truly cares. Apply today and help us create a brighter future for our residents!

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 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.

• UAP’s from staffing agencies shall comply with the training requirements.

• Be available for evening and weekend shifts, including potential overnight shifts.

• 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).

Preferred Requirements

• 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

Working at University Health is about making a difference. It's providing the best care to every patient every day.

University Health (UH), is committed to being a leader in providing a culturally inclusive workplace for our employees. UH is an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate our differences. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless, but not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, beliefs, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, language, age, citizenship, genetic information, marital status, socioeconomic status, literacy, disability, mobility, abilities, veteran status and any other category protected by applicable law.