Healthcare Business Development & Community Outreach Specialist

Position Overview

HCO Behavioral Health Services is seeking an energetic, relationship-driven Healthcare Business Development & Community Outreach Specialist to help expand access to quality behavioral healthcare throughout Louisiana.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys networking, building professional relationships, educating community partners, and creating new opportunities for growth. The primary responsibility of this role is to establish, develop, and maintain strategic referral partnerships that increase referrals for HCO's counseling, behavioral health, medication management, psychological assessments, and other behavioral health services.

The ideal candidate is highly motivated, self-directed, entrepreneurial, and passionate about improving access to mental healthcare while helping healthcare providers, schools, employers, and community organizations connect individuals with the services they need.

Success in this role is measured by your ability to build meaningful partnerships, expand HCO's referral network, and consistently generate new referral opportunities that contribute to the organization's continued growth.

Compensation

• $1,000 - $10,000+ per month
• (Performance-Based | Uncapped Earning Potential)

Your earning potential is directly tied to your ability to develop relationships, generate referrals, and contribute to the continued growth of HCO Behavioral Health Services.

There is no cap on what you can earn.

Position Type

This is a flexible 1099 Independent Contractor opportunity designed for professionals who want the freedom to build their own schedule while making a meaningful impact within their communities.

Whether you're looking for:

A full-time career in healthcare business development,

A part-time opportunity to supplement your current income,

Or a flexible opportunity that complements your existing healthcare, sales, or professional career,

this position offers the flexibility to determine the level of time and effort you invest while providing significant income potential based on performance.

Primary Responsibilities

Business Development

Develop and execute strategic outreach initiatives to increase referrals throughout assigned service areas.

Identify, cultivate, and maintain referral relationships with healthcare providers and community organizations.

Build long-term strategic partnerships that result in sustained referral growth.

Maintain an active pipeline of prospective referral partners.

Conduct regular in-person outreach visits, networking meetings, and follow-up communications.

Track outreach activities, referral sources, and business development efforts through CRM and reporting systems.

Identify new business opportunities that support HCO's continued growth.

Community Outreach

Develop and maintain relationships with organizations including, but not limited to:

Primary Care Physicians (PCPs)

Pediatricians

Family Medicine Practices

Internal Medicine Providers

Hospitals & Emergency Departments

Psychiatric Hospitals

Behavioral Health Providers

Psychiatrists

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners

Schools & School Counselors

Colleges & Universities

Community Mental Health Organizations

Nonprofit Organizations

Churches & Faith-Based Organizations

Substance Use Treatment Programs

Social Service Agencies

Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)

Insurance Case Managers

Attorneys

Juvenile Justice Programs

Probation & Court Programs

Child Advocacy Centers

Foster Care Agencies

Employers & Human Resource Departments

Community Organizations

Health Fairs, Networking Events, and Community Outreach Events

Marketing & Education

Professionally represent HCO Behavioral Health Services throughout the community.

Educate referral partners regarding HCO's services, referral process, insurance participation, and client eligibility.

Conduct presentations, Lunch & Learns, educational workshops, and networking events.

Attend healthcare conferences, professional meetings, and community events.

Collaborate with leadership to identify strategic marketing and outreach opportunities.

Maintain consistent communication with referral partners to strengthen long-term relationships.

Increase awareness of HCO's behavioral health services throughout assigned communities.

Growth Initiatives

Support the continued growth of referrals for services including:

Individual Counseling

Child & Adolescent Counseling

Family Counseling

Couples Counseling

Telehealth Counseling

Medication Management

Psychiatric Evaluations

Behavioral Health Assessments

Psychological Testing

Community Psychiatric Support & Treatment (CPST)

Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR)

Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs

Faith-Based Counseling

School-Based Behavioral Health Services

Future HCO Behavioral Health programs and services

Optional Business Development Opportunities

Candidates who are interested may also have opportunities to assist with outreach and business development initiatives for affiliated organizations and related service lines, including healthcare consulting, community education, insurance and financial wellness education, and other approved initiatives.

Participation in these additional opportunities is completely optional and may provide additional earning potential.

What Success Looks Like

Successful Business Development & Community Outreach Specialists will:

Build strong referral relationships throughout the healthcare community.

Consistently generate new referral opportunities.

Expand HCO's presence within assigned territories.

Represent HCO with professionalism and integrity.

Create lasting strategic partnerships.

Increase awareness of HCO's services throughout the community.

Contribute directly to the continued growth and expansion of HCO Behavioral Health Services.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in one or more of the following is preferred:

Healthcare Business Development

Physician Liaison

Medical Sales

Pharmaceutical Sales

Healthcare Marketing

Behavioral Health

Community Outreach

Provider Relations

Case Management

Social Work

Public Health

Hospital Outreach

Healthcare Recruiting

Business-to-Business (B2B) Sales

Marketing or Community Relations

Equivalent experience building professional relationships and generating business opportunities will also be considered.

Desired Skills

Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills

Strong networking and relationship-building abilities

Self-motivated with the ability to work independently

Professional presentation and public speaking skills

Comfortable meeting with physicians, executives, and community leaders

Excellent organization and follow-up skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Goal-oriented and results-driven

Strong problem-solving abilities

Local travel within assigned territory

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation