Community Behavioral Health Liaison

Burrell Behavioral Health; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Burrell Behavioral Health is seeking a Community Behavioral Health Liaison to enhance mental health services in the Kansas City area. This role involves outreach, advocacy, and building relationships with community stakeholders to improve access to care. Join a supportive environment that values employee wellbeing and offers opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus: $1,500 after 30 days of employment

Employee Assistance Program

Mileage Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Paid time off

Health/dental/vision insurance

Retirement plans

Life insurance

Comprehensive training

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in a behavioral health field.
• Prefer LMSW, LCSW, PLPC, LPC credentials.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with stakeholders to promote behavioral health awareness.
• Conduct outreach to connect individuals to services.
• Advocate for policies improving access to behavioral health services.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Initiative

Education

Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field

Job description

Job Description:

Job Title: Community Behavioral Health Liaison

Location: Kansas City, Missouri area

Department: Crisis Services

Employment Type: Full-time

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 Community Behavioral Health Liaison in the Kansas City, Missouri area!

As a Community Behavioral Health Liaison, your primary responsibility is to build and maintain relationships with various stakeholders to increase awareness and understanding of behavioral health issues in the community. You will conduct outreach and engagement activities to connect individuals to needed services, provide education and training to professionals and community members, advocate for policies and practices that support improved access to high-quality behavioral health care, assist clients with case management, coordinate program development efforts, collect and analyze data on program outcomes, respond to crises, and ensure cultural competence in all interactions and programming. Your role is to act as an advocate, educator, connector, and problem solver to improve behavioral health outcomes in the community.

This position offers…

• Sign-on Bonus: $1,500 after 30 days of employment.
• Employee Assistance Program: 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement: Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts: Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Workplace Culture: An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
• Additional Perks & Benefits: Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with healthcare providers, social service agencies, schools, law enforcement, and other community organizations to promote behavioral health awareness and education.
• Conduct outreach activities to identify individuals needing services and engage them in appropriate care, including providing information about resources and making referrals.
• Provide training and educational opportunities on topics related to behavioral health, such as mental illnesses, addiction, trauma-informed care, and recovery supports.
• Advocate for policies and practices that improve access to behavioral health services and reduce stigma around mental illness and addiction.
• Assist clients in navigating complex systems of care by coordinating services across providers and ensuring continuity of care.
• Collaborate with partners to develop new programs and initiatives addressing community needs.
• Collect data on program outcomes to evaluate effectiveness and inform improvements.
• Respond to community crises related to mental health or addiction, including suicide prevention, overdose response, and crisis intervention.
• Ensure all interactions and programming are culturally competent and inclusive, respecting diverse populations.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher in psychology, social work, counseling, or related behavioral health field; qualified mental health professional.
• Prefer LMSW, LCSW, PLPC, LPC credentials.
• Ability to work independently, follow directions, and accept supervision.
• Effective communication skills via phone and face-to-face.
• Adaptability to changing demands.
• Initiative and proactive action-taking.

Additional Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassion, empathy, and a genuine desire to help others.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off, health/dental/vision insurance, retirement plans, life insurance, and more.

Comprehensive training, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive work culture emphasizing wellbeing and value.

Our Mission:

To improve client care, advocate for increased access to mental health and substance use services, and evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet community needs.

We value diversity and encourage applications from varied backgrounds to strengthen our mission. Join us in creating an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone feels valued.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Burrell Behavioral Health is a Smoke and Tobacco-Free Workplace.