Sr. Director of Business Development

A bachelor’s degree in marketing and/or behavioral health science is strongly preferred.
2+ years of experience in sales leadership is required (Must have experience managing high performing teams both in person and remotely)
5+ years of experience working in the Mental Health or Behavioral Health space in marketing and/or outreach is required.

Lead and mentor a team of 6-8 business development professionals in Illinois and Colorado, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
Provide coaching, performance evaluations, and professional development opportunities to ensure team growth and success.
Set clear performance metrics and sales goals, tracking progress and making data-driven adjustments as needed.
Develop and oversee regional business development strategies, ensuring alignment with Sandstone Care’s overall mission and growth objectives.
Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for expansion and referral growth.
Collaborate with executive leadership to refine and optimize business development processes.
Work closely with clinical leadership, admissions, and marketing teams to align referral generation efforts with program offerings.
Ensure business development efforts support operational goals and census targets across multiple locations.
Facilitate strong communication between teams, ensuring seamless coordination of referrals and program enrollment.
Represent Sandstone Care in public speaking engagements, industry events, and networking functions.
Advocate for adolescent and young adult mental health awareness, positioning Sandstone Care as a leader in the field.
Establish partnerships with universities, hospitals, and community-based organizations to expand awareness and access to services.

Experience with Microsoft Office applications including Power Point, Word, and Excel preferred.
Ideal candidates are highly self-motivated, very organized, personable, and outgoing.