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Ethos

Business Development Representative

Ethos

. Generate and cultivate referral relationships driving admissions into detox, RTC, and IOP programs .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in business development and outreach within the behavioral health sector, with a strong focus on building referral relationships and achieving admissions targets. Proficient in CRM systems and compliance with healthcare regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Business Development ExperienceReferral Relationship ManagementSubstance Use Disorder Treatment KnowledgeCRM ProficiencyExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills
Business DevelopmentOutreachInsurance VerificationReferral ManagementSubstance Use Disorder Treatment ContinuumAdmissions Criteria KnowledgeTime ManagementSales ExperienceMarket Trend AnalysisEvent Representation
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsSelf-MotivatedPresentation SkillsIndependent WorkCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
CRM SystemsSalesforceHubSpotMicrosoft OfficeGoogle Workspace
Certifications & Qualifications
CADCCAC
Industry Keywords
Behavioral HealthAddiction TreatmentDetoxRTCIOPHealthcare ServicesHIPAA Compliance42 CFR Part 2Referral NetworkRecovery Community

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
PHP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Generate and cultivate referral relationships driving admissions into detox, RTC, and IOP programs
  • Identify, develop, and maintain referral relationships across hospitals, emergency departments, therapists, physicians, EAPs, courts, probation officers, sober living homes, and behavioral health providers
  • Conduct regular in-person and virtual outreach visits within an assigned territory
  • Represent the facility at conferences, community events, health fairs, and professional association meetings
  • Partner with the Admissions/Intake team to ensure smooth and timely referral handoffs
  • Track outreach activity, referral sources, and admissions outcomes in the CRM
  • Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly referral and admissions targets
  • Monitor competitor programs and local market trends and report insights to leadership
  • Collaborate with clinical and marketing teams on educational materials, presentations, and lunch-and-learns
  • Respond to inbound referral inquiries and provide information on levels of care, admissions criteria, and insurance verification
  • Maintain compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and applicable regulations
  • Participate in an after-hours on-call rotation as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Healthcare Administration, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
  • 2+ years of business development, outreach, or sales experience in behavioral health, addiction treatment, or healthcare services
  • Working knowledge of the substance use disorder treatment continuum of care (detox, RTC, PHP, IOP, outpatient)
  • Existing referral network within the region strongly preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
  • Self-motivated with strong time management and ability to work independently in the field
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
  • Proficiency with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot) and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace
  • Personal or professional connection to the recovery community preferred
  • Existing relationships with hospitals, EDs, or behavioral health referral sources in the territory preferred
  • Experience with insurance verification/levels-of-care basics preferred
  • CADC, CAC, or related certification is a plus, but not required
  • Ability to travel extensively by car (and occasionally air) within the assigned territory
  • Ability to sit, stand, and drive for extended periods
  • Occasional evening/weekend availability for events and on-call referral response

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Performance-based bonus/incentive structure tied to admissions goals
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Mileage/travel reimbursement
  • Cell phone/laptop stipend