Now Hiring - Alter Health Group - Mental Health Business Development Specialist in Dana Point, CA

Full description of the position

Mental Health Business Development Representative | All Territories Alter Behavioral Health is an adult mental health treatment provider with a network of upscale inpatient residential facilities in Orange County and San Diego.

• Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:30 AM 5:00 PM + flexible hours as needed
• Competitive

Compensation

: $100,000 $165,000/year (DOE) + performance-based bonus

• Location: All Territories
• Comprehensive

Benefits

: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution | Paid life insurance | 401(k) with employer match up to 6% (after 90 days) | PTO & CA Paid Sick Leave | Ongoing training and professional development Expand Access. Build Relationships. Make an Impact. At Alter Behavioral Health, every connection creates an opportunity for healing. As a Business Development Representative , you will play a vital role in expanding access to care by building trusted relationships and strengthening referral networks across the Los Angeles region. This role is not traditional sales it's about partnership, education, and connecting individuals and families to life-changing mental health treatment.

What You'll Do

Business Development & Outreach

• Promote Alter Behavioral Health's services within assigned territory
• Build and maintain referral relationships with clinicians, hospitals, schools, and treatment providers
• Conduct in-person meetings, calls, emails, and outreach activities
• Meet or exceed admissions goals and outreach activity benchmarks Community & Industry Engagement
• Represent Alter Behavioral Health at conferences, networking events, and industry functions
• Coordinate and participate in workshops, presentations, and community outreach initiatives
• Educate referral partners on programs, admissions processes, and care offerings Strategy, Reporting & Collaboration
• Utilize CRM systems to track outreach activity and manage territory plans
• Maintain accurate referral databases and pipeline reporting
• Submit weekly and monthly performance reports
• Collaborate with leadership, admissions, clinical, and marketing teams on growth strategies
• Manage business development expenses within assigned budget What We're Looking For
• Seasoned Business Development with a strong network of referrals and industry leaders.
• Relationship-driven professional with strong interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented with a track record of meeting targets
• Strong communicator who can build trust with professionals and stakeholders
• Organized and data-driven with strong time management skills
• Passionate about behavioral health and expanding access to care

Preferred Qualifications

• Established referral network within healthcare or behavioral health community
• Experience using CRM systems for pipeline and outreach tracking
• Background in marketing, admissions, or clinical coordination
• Experience representing organizations at events or conferences

Minimum Qualifications

• At least two (2) to three (3) years of experience in business development, outreach, admissions, or related roles within behavioral health, mental health, or substance use treatment
• Familiarity with residential treatment programs and referral processes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Requirements

• Valid California Driver's License required
• CPR & First Aid certification required (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Must pass Live Scan fingerprint clearance
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States Physical

Requirements

• Frequent travel within assigned territory
• Prolonged periods of sitting, driving, and computer use
• Ability to attend events, meetings, and presentations as required Compliance Employment is contingent upon:
• Successful Live Scan clearance
• Completion of required background screening and employment verification
• Compliance with DHCS, DSS, Joint Commission standards, HIPAA, and applicable California employment laws At Alter Behavioral Health, business development is not about selling it's about building trust, expanding access, and helping individuals take the first step toward healing. DISCLAIMER This posting provides a general overview of the Business Development Representative role at Alter Behavioral Health. It is not a complete or exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, requirements, or conditions of employment. Specific job functions and expectations may be modified at the discretion of the company in accordance with business needs. Alter Behavioral Health complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including the California Labor Code, Industrial Welfare Commission (IWC) Wage Order 5, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and all laws relating to non-discrimination, equal opportunity employment, disability accommodation, and workplace safety.