NC Department of Health and Human Services
Kelly Haight Connor is an experienced communications professional currently serving as the Senior Media Relations Manager for the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services since April 2017. In this role, Kelly oversees media inquiries and manages a team responsible for producing press releases and media advisories for one of North Carolina's largest state agencies. Kelly's prior positions include Communications Manager and Press Assistant within the same department, as well as roles at Boostability, Mirror Lake Dentistry, Utah Valley Magazine, and The Daily Universe, where responsibilities spanned content development, editing, and social media management. Kelly holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a focus on Journalism from Brigham Young University, complemented by a minor in Editing.
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The Department of Health and Human Services manages the delivery of health- and human-related services for all North Carolinians, especially our most vulnerable citizens – children, elderly, disabled and low-income families. The Department works closely with health care professionals, community leaders and advocacy groups; local, state and federal entities; and many other stakeholders to make this happen. The Department is divided into 30 divisions and offices. NCDHHS divisions and offices fall under four broad service areas - health, human services, administrative, and support functions. NCDHHS also oversees 14 facilities: developmental centers, neuro-medical treatment centers, psychiatric hospitals, alcohol and drug abuse treatment centers, and two residential programs for children. Mission: In collaboration with our partners, DHHS provides essential services to improve the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians. Vision: Advancing innovative solutions that foster independence, improve health and promote well-being for all North Carolinians. Values: People-Focused Focus on the people we serve, deliver value and make a positive impact on their lives and communities. Teamwork We are all one department, one team, working toward one goal: to improve the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians. Proactive Communication Maintain an open and trusting environment for collaboration and continuous improvement with our team, stakeholders and the people we serve. Transparency Share expertise, information and honest feedback within the Department and with stakeholders and the community. Ask for help when needed. Stewardship Be good stewards of resources and time to create a positive impact for those we serve. Joy Have joy and balance at work so we all bring our A-game when serving the people of North Carolina.