Business Development Representative - Charlotte Metro

Lamistad; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision

401k plan with company match

Growth and Development Opportunities

Job summary

A behavioral health service provider is looking for a Business Development Representative to join their team in New York. This role involves marketing and sales functions, requiring extensive travel, with a focus on establishing relationships with referral sources in the healthcare sector. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience in marketing or sales, preferably in psychiatric or substance abuse contexts. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and competitive compensation packages.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years in Marketing/Sales, preferably in Psychiatric/Substance Abuse field.
• Strong communication skills and ability to develop contacts.
• Experience in developing sales plans and follow-up services.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential referral sources and access strategies.
• Facilitate communication between referral sources and the company.
• Maintain understanding of competitors to inform the Director of Marketing.
• Maintain follow-up services and monitor market competitors.

Skills

Marketing/Sales

Customer Commitment

Communication

Referral Source Identification

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or related field

Job description

Job Overview

La Amistad Behavioral Health Services is seeking a talented and dynamic Business Development Representative to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals!

* Travel is required in this position, and candidate must be based in the Charlotte Metro/surrounding area/s.

* Travel Expectation: 95%+

La Amistad Behavioral Health Services is a leader in the field of behavioral health care, and our experts are committed to providing the highest quality of care in an atmosphere that nurtures healing and growth. La Amistad enjoys full accreditation by The Joint Commission. The greatest asset at our mental health facility is our staff, comprising highly qualified psychiatrists, psychologists, professional nurses, social workers, therapists, and mental health technicians who work as a team to uphold La Amistad’s reputation for excellence in helping patients resolve behavioral health problems.

Position Summary:

This position represents La Amistad in markets including hospitals, crisis units, physicians, mental health professionals and other assigned groups or agencies. The position assists in the organization and implementation of the marketing plan. Works with the Director of Business Development in the development and coordination of projects. Performs marketing functions as assigned by the Director.

Essential Job Duties:

• Identifies the most viable, potential referral sources/payers within the target markets and determines how to access those sources.
• Acts as a facilitator between the referral sources and La Amistad regarding admission communication follow-up.
• Consistently gains customer commitment throughout the selling process.
• Provides individualized follow-up services when appropriate.
• Maintains thorough understanding of competitors’ strengths and weaknesses and current positions in the market and reports any updates or changes to the Director of Marketing/Development.
• Develops a contact list of step-down/alternative placement programs and community resources in assigned markets to assist Admissions and Social Services departments with case management.
• Develops an individual sales plan, using a product line approach, identifying, developing, and maintaining specific referral accounts each month (average 160 contacts each month)

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Education: Bachelors Degree in Marketing or related business field or equivalent work experience in related field.
• Experience: Minimum two (2)-years in Marketing/Sales, preferably in the Psychiatric and/or Substance Abuse field. Military background a plus!
• License/Certification: N/A
• Physical Requirements: Irregular and long hours may be required occasionally. Current Driver’s License and car insurance. Some over-night travel is required. Lifting and loading twenty (20) pound boxes containing brochures and/or literature and fifty (50) pound display boards, etc.
• Other: Performs other duties as may be assigned by Director of Business Development or CEO.
• Travel required. Some commute to the Central Florida office on occasion.

This opportunity offers the following:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match