Community Outreach & Business Development Representative

Community Outreach & Business Development Representative – Mental Health

Brooklyn, Staten Island, Westchester

50 – 80K base + commission

Overview

A growing behavioral health organization is seeking a motivated, outgoing Community Outreach & Business Development Representative to build referral relationships and drive patient growth.

The organization provides mental health services, peer support, and other behavioral health programs. We’re looking for someone who knows how to get out into the community, build relationships, open doors, and turn those connections into consistent patient referrals.

This is a field-based sales role for someone who is comfortable walking into churches, hospitals, community organizations, and healthcare facilities, connecting with decision-makers, and creating opportunities.

The right person is personable, persistent, resourceful, and results-driven—someone who genuinely enjoys meeting people and knows how to turn relationships into business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop referral relationships with churches, hospitals, healthcare providers, and community organizations

• Actively visit potential referral sources to introduce the organization’s mental health and peer support services

• Identify new outreach opportunities and build a consistent referral pipeline

• Maintain strong relationships with existing referral partners

• Educate community leaders and healthcare professionals about available programs and services

• Attend community events, networking opportunities, and outreach meetings

• Follow up consistently with referral sources and track outreach activity and results

• Work closely with intake and clinical teams to ensure smooth referral coordination

• Meet patient referral and growth targets while maintaining ethical referral practices

Ideal Candidate

• Strong sales, business development, or community outreach experience

• Outgoing, confident, and comfortable approaching new people

• Proven ability to build relationships and generate referrals

• Self-motivated, persistent, and comfortable working independently in the field

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong follow-through and organizational skills

• Experience in behavioral health, mental health, healthcare outreach, or community services is a plus

• Established relationships with hospitals, churches, healthcare providers, or community organizations are a strong advantage

• Results-driven with a genuine interest in helping people access needed services

We’re looking for a natural relationship-builder who can open doors, earn trust, and turn community connections into real growth.

Email: Baila@maiplacement.com