Business Development Representative - Sarasota, FL

Responsibilities
Travel is required in this position, and candidate must be based in Sarasota, FL, St. Petersburg, FL, or surrounding area/s.

Travel Expectation: 95%+

La Amistad Behavioral Health Services is a leader in the field of behavioral health care, committed to delivering high‑quality care in an environment that supports healing and growth.

Position Summary:

This position represents La Amistad in markets including hospitals, crisis units, physicians, mental health professionals and other assigned groups or agencies. The role assists in the organization and implementation of the marketing plan, works with the Director of Business Development to develop and coordinate projects, and performs marketing functions as assigned.

Essential Job Duties :

Identify the most viable potential referral sources/payers within the target markets and determine how to access those sources.

Act as a facilitator between the 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 a 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 per month).

Qualifications
Job Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s 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.

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 the Director of Business Development or CEO.

Travel required. Some commute to the Central Florida office on occasion.

Benefits

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

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