Job Description:
Job Title: Regional Health Equity and Belonging Partner
Location: Independence, Missouri (Kansas City area)
Department: Administration
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: Monday – Friday (8:00am – 5:00pm CST)
Job Summary:
Are you a passionate and dedicated mental health professional looking to make a positive impact in the lives of children and adolescents? Do you want to work in a supportive and dynamic environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career? Join our team at Burrell Behavioral Health as a Regional Health Equity and Belonging Partner in the Kansas City, Missouri area!
As a Regional Health Equity and Belonging Partner you will work to address health disparities and promote inclusive healthcare practices within a specific geographic region. This role involves collaborating with community organizations, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to identify and address systemic barriers to health equity. The goal is to create a more inclusive and equitable healthcare system that fosters a sense of belonging and improves health outcomes for marginalized and underrepresented populations.
Living in the Kansas City area provides a wonderful blend of Midwestern charm and urban sophistication. Known for its world-class barbecue, jazz heritage, and professional sports teams, Kansas City offers a plethora of activities to entertain and engage residents. With a vibrant arts scene, an extensive park system, excellent school districts, a plethora of family-friendly attractions, and an affordable cost of living, the Kansas City area allows you and your loved ones to enjoy a high quality, balanced, and enjoyable lifestyle.
Position Perks & Benefits:
• Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
• Paid time off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay
• Mileage reimbursement - company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Top-notch training - initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility - advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive - a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Partnerships
Build and maintain relationships: Collaborate with community organizations, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to advance health equity and belonging.Foster partnerships: Develop and strengthen partnerships with regional organizations to support health equity initiatives.Health Equity and Belonging Initiatives
Analyze and address disparities: Identify and address systemic barriers to health equity, including racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic disparities.Develop and implement initiatives: Design and implement initiatives that promote health equity, inclusion, and belonging.Evaluate program effectiveness: Assess the impact of health equity initiatives and make recommendations for improvement.Community Engagement and Education
Community outreach and engagement: Engage with community members, organizations, and leaders to understand regional health equity needs and priorities.Education and training: Provide education and training on health equity, implicit bias, and cultural competency to healthcare providers and community organizations.Policy and Advocacy
Policy analysis and development: Analyze and develop policies that promote health equity and address systemic barriers.Advocacy and community mobilization: Advocate for policy changes and mobilize community support for health equity initiatives.Data Analysis and Reporting
Data collection and analysis: Collect and analyze data to identify health disparities and track progress towards health equity goals.Reporting and dissemination: Share findings and recommendations with stakeholders, including community organizations, healthcare providers, and policymakers.
Education and/or Experience Qualifications:
Additional Qualifications:
• A valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassion, empathy, and a genuine desire to help others.
Brightli is on a Mission:
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.


Position Perks & Benefits:
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.


Brightli is on a Mission:
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expressions, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.
Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.