Mental Health Technician | Evening Shift | Full-Time | Kansas City, MO

Truman Medical Centers; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Mental Health Technician on the evening shift. Support adults with mental illness by engaging in life skills activities and providing essential emotional support in a safe environment. This full-time role offers competitive pay and meaningful work, making a significant impact on residents' lives.

Benefits

Purpose-driven work

Competitive pay with shift differentials

Training in Recovery-Oriented Cognitive Therapy

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 120 days.
• LIMA licensure required within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Lead activities promoting confidence and emotional well-being.
• Guide residents in cooking, cleaning, and symptom management.
• Assist with outings and medication administration.

Skills

Patient Care

Emotional Support

Life Skills Teaching

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Mental Health Technician | Evening Shift | Full-Time | Kansas City, MO

Job Overview

Join University Health Behavioral Health Cadence House Group Home as a Mental Health Technician on our evening shift team! Support adults with mental illness in a safe environment, working Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Engage and Connect: Lead activities promoting confidence and emotional well-being.
• Teach Life Skills: Guide residents in cooking, cleaning, symptom management, and problem-solving.
• Provide Support: Assist with outings, medication administration (training provided), and maintaining a recovery-focused environment.

Benefits

• Purpose-driven work making a meaningful impact
• Competitive pay with shift differentials
• Training in Recovery-Oriented Cognitive Therapy (CT-R)

Qualifications

Minimum requirements include:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (within 120 days)
• Level 1 Medication Aide (LIMA) licensure (within 90 days)
• Valid Class E driver’s license and comfort operating a 15-passenger van
• Family Care Registry clearance
• Completion of required training

Preferred qualifications include experience in patient care and mental health settings.