Business Development Representative - Charlotte Metro

Responsibilities

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%+
• Act as a facilitator between referral sources and La Amistad regarding admission communication follow-up.
• Consistently gain customer commitment throughout the selling process.
• Provide individualized follow‑up services when appropriate.
• Maintain thorough understanding of competitors’ strengths, weaknesses, and current market positions, and report any updates or changes to the Director of Marketing/Development.
• Develop 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.
• Develop an individual sales plan, using a product‑line approach, identifying, developing, and maintaining specific referral accounts each month (average 160 contacts each month).

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.

• Education:
  
  Bachelors Degree in Marketing or related business field or equivalent work experience in a 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 overnight 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.

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