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
Entrepreneur

Employment type
Contractor

Work arrangement
No