Community Relations Coordinator

Description Community Relations/Business Development Coordinator *Must have Substance abuse/addiction treatment and business and referral development experience* **Must be willing to travel across state of PA** We offer a competitive salary, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth. Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services. We provide care across the nation touching the lives of more than 30,000 patients daily.   Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works.    Our employees believe we are creating a better world where lives and communities are made whole again through comprehensive treatment.  As a Community Relations Coordinator , you will strategize and plan community relations activities including electronic communication, face-to-face meetings, and event participation. The Community Relations Coordinator will identify and execute presentation, sponsorship and marketing opportunities in the community. This position promotes the PTC organization by cultivating and developing referral relationships with existing and potential referral sources through building trust, engaging in respectful communications and interactions, and focusing on the customer experience. This position identifies new referral partners, uncovers untapped market opportunities; and raises brand awareness. Localized travel up to 50% required. Requirements: Three (3) years of experience in similar position and/or in behavioral healthcare. Must possess a current valid driver’s license in good standing in state of employment and be insurable by the designated carrier. This role is required to drive for company purposes. Localized travel up to 50% required. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in communications, Marketing, Business, or one of the behavioral science disciplines from an accredited college or university. Responsibilities: Assess and develop strategies to help patients access services in existing and de novo markets. Develop and maintain a comprehensive knowledge base of services offered by Pinnacle. Raise public awareness and knowledge base of Pinnacle programs and services offered with business partners and the public. Develop and enhance strategic business partnerships (primarily referral sources), engage in regular communications/meetings with current business partners, and actively pursue new strategic relationships. Develop, create, and build a contact/referral database in assigned territory; and increase referrals (by calling on all identified target market groups, organizations, hospitals, treatment centers, and professionals). Develop and maintain strategic relationships. Develop an understanding of the business objectives and strategic direction to proactively support and encourage business growth. Function as a liaison between referral sources, Access Center, and facilities on key business improvements and best practices. Coordinate resolution of critical service issues with appropriate internal departments. Other duties as assigned Benefits: 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off) + 8 paid holidays 401k with company match Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities. Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance. Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP) Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University Join our team. Join our mission. Qualifications Skills Behaviors Preferred Team Player : Works well as a member of a group Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well : Motivations Preferred Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization : Education Required High School/GED or better. Preferred Bachelors or better. Experience Required 2 years: SUD / BH business and referral development experience Licenses & Certifications Required Drivers License