Community Sales Director

HEARTHSTONE in; Ellensburg (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS seeks a Marketing and Public Relations leader to develop, coordinate, and direct the facility's programs. The role focuses on communicating resident care, programs, and services to the community and media while maintaining accurate information and ensuring privacy compliance.

The incumbent will supervise marketing activities, collaborate with department directors, and drive census growth through effective community engagement and media relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; five years of marketing/public relations experience in healthcare may be substituted for a degree.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, direct, and administer the facility's marketing and public relations programs.
• Maintain and increase census by planning and evaluating PR/marketing activities.
• Prepare and manage PR/marketing budgets with the Administrator.
• Coordinate with news media to share positive developments and promotions.
• Ensure all public materials are accurate and up to date.
• Provide creative support for resident programs and publications.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information.

Skills

Public relations

Marketing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Healthcare marketing/public relations experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

General Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is to develop, coordinate, direct, and administer the facility's marketing and public relations programs and services.

Essential Duties

• Maintain a current listing of all resident care employee phone numbers.
• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the facility's public relations and marketing programs to maintain and increase census and provide the community with accurate information about the facility, its programs, and services.
• Develop and maintain written policies and procedures that govern the release of information concerning residents, employees, and the facility in accordance with current privacy rules and regulations.
• Assist department directors in developing and using marketing and public relations policies and procedures; establish rapport between departments to ensure all staff understand their role in these programs.
• Review marketing and public relations policies annually and recommend updates as necessary.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and tracking of customer satisfaction surveys.
• Interpret and communicate facility policies regarding information release to employees, residents, family members, visitors, and government agencies.
• Ensure all public materials (manuals, brochures, information packets, etc.) are accurate and up to date.
• Organize and maintain internal communications using bulletin boards, newsletters, committee meetings, and announcements.
• Schedule and participate in departmental meetings related to marketing and public relations activities.
• Provide creative support for activity and social services departments in developing resident programs and publications.
• Maintain positive relationships with families, residents, and community and civic leaders.
• Participate in community and civic groups to promote facility engagement and charitable activities.
• Coordinate with news media to share positive developments, new programs, or promotions.
• Keep the Administrator informed of media coverage or public information that could impact the facility.
• During emergencies, establish a public relations area to ensure accurate and policy-compliant information release.
• Assist in planning, conducting, and scheduling in-service training, orientation, and on-the-job training related to marketing and public relations.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis throughout the facility.
• Follow ergonomics and safety policies related to lifting, repetitive tasks, and equipment use.
• Prepare and manage the departmental operating budget in collaboration with the Administrator.
• Serve on committees as directed by the Administrator.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident information, including protected health information.
• Interpret and communicate resident rights to residents, families, and staff as appropriate.

Supervisory Requirements

This position includes direct or indirect supervisory responsibilities.

Qualification Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent. Five years of experience in marketing/public relations in a healthcare setting may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.

Physical Demands

• Must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
• Prolonged use of a desktop or laptop computer.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, read, and hear.
• Frequent use of office equipment including copier, scanner, fax, telephone, and calculator.
• May be required to assist in resident evacuation during emergencies.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

About PACS

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic.

Employment Decisions

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.