Director - Business Development

Acadia ExternalBall Ground, Georgia

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Job Description

The candidate should have a proven record of the following responsibilities.

Grow lines of business by developing, maintaining, and expanding referral relationships with professional sources in the behavioral health sector.
Identify, cultivate, and close new referral opportunities across a variety of settings, including hospitals, outpatient programs, private practices, and community organizations.
Build and maintain strong partnerships with social workers, discharge planners, therapists, EAPs, and physicians to increase referral volume and ensure seamless transitions of care.
Develop and execute strategic outreach plans that align with facility goals and regional market trends.
Partner with internal leadership and clinical teams to promote program features, outcomes, and patient success stories to referral sources.
Monitor referral patterns and market data to identify gaps, trends, and new opportunities for service line growth.
Serve as a liaison between referral sources and the admissions team to troubleshoot issues and enhance the referral experience.
Regularly track outreach activity, opportunities, and outcomes in Salesforce CRM.
Participate in local events, conferences, and community initiatives to expand network and brand presence.