What are the responsibilities and job description for the Service Development Representative position at Freedom Behavioral?
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Job Description
Job Title:
Service Development Representative
Department
Service Development
Reports To
Hospital Service Development Director
Supervises
No one
FLSA Status
Exempt Position
LOF Support
LOF 1
Skill Checkoff Appraisals
See Attached
Mentoring Checklist Form
Non-Licensed (Annually)
Position Summary
The Service Development Representative is responsible for implementing business and marketing plans within their assigned territory. This role collects information from referring professionals or facilities and meets with potential patients to conduct pre-admission screenings, serving as a liaison between referral sources and the Hospital. Information gathered is submitted to the Intake Department for admission eligibility determination.
The Service Development Representative assists patients and families in identifying appropriate care alternatives and communicates pre-screening results and recommendations to patients, families, and referral sources in accordance with company policy.
This position plays an active role in community service development. Representatives provide consultative support and educational services throughout the month while promoting mental health prevention awareness.
The Representative develops positive relationships with community resources and professional networks to ensure a seamless continuum of care and maintain strong collaborative partnerships. The ultimate goal of this position is to improve the overall quality of life for mental health patients referred to the organization.
The ideal candidate is an LPN with marketing experience. This position requires travel and includes responsibility for the entire state of Louisiana.
Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
While performing job duties, the employee may occasionally be exposed to:
Work requires spending approximately 75% or more of the time indoors in an environment protected from weather conditions, though not necessarily from temperature changes.
Employees must provide documentation of a tuberculosis test during new-hire orientation and annually thereafter.
Physical Requirements
The Employee Must Be Able To
Functional Requirements
The Position Requires The Ability To Perform The Following
Reaching
Extending hands and arms in any direction
Handling
Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hands
Fingering
Picking, pinching, and working primarily with the fingers
Feeling
Perceiving attributes such as size, shape, temperature, or texture through touch
Talking
Expressing or exchanging ideas through spoken communication
Hearing
Perceiving sounds by ear
Seeing
Obtaining visual impressions of shape, size, distance, motion, and other characteristics of objects, including:
Category II
(Tasks involve potential exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissues.)
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Experience
Education
Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing preferred, or business development experience with a healthcare focus.
License
N/A
Experience
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in healthcare sales, service development, or the medical industry required.
Preferred Qualifications Include
Full-Time Employees
At our 22-bed Behavioral Health Hospital, every role plays a vital part in changing lives, strengthening our community, and delivering care that truly matters.
Come be part of an amazing team where your impact is seen and felt every single day!
Job Description
Job Title:
Service Development Representative
Department
Service Development
Reports To
Hospital Service Development Director
Supervises
No one
FLSA Status
Exempt Position
LOF Support
LOF 1
Skill Checkoff Appraisals
See Attached
Mentoring Checklist Form
Non-Licensed (Annually)
Position Summary
The Service Development Representative is responsible for implementing business and marketing plans within their assigned territory. This role collects information from referring professionals or facilities and meets with potential patients to conduct pre-admission screenings, serving as a liaison between referral sources and the Hospital. Information gathered is submitted to the Intake Department for admission eligibility determination.
The Service Development Representative assists patients and families in identifying appropriate care alternatives and communicates pre-screening results and recommendations to patients, families, and referral sources in accordance with company policy.
This position plays an active role in community service development. Representatives provide consultative support and educational services throughout the month while promoting mental health prevention awareness.
The Representative develops positive relationships with community resources and professional networks to ensure a seamless continuum of care and maintain strong collaborative partnerships. The ultimate goal of this position is to improve the overall quality of life for mental health patients referred to the organization.
The ideal candidate is an LPN with marketing experience. This position requires travel and includes responsibility for the entire state of Louisiana.
Working Conditions
The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
While performing job duties, the employee may occasionally be exposed to:
- Fumes or airborne particles
- Moderate to high noise levels
- Cleaning chemicals
- Dust, mist, and steam generated during housekeeping tasks
Work requires spending approximately 75% or more of the time indoors in an environment protected from weather conditions, though not necessarily from temperature changes.
Employees must provide documentation of a tuberculosis test during new-hire orientation and annually thereafter.
Physical Requirements
The Employee Must Be Able To
- Stand for moderate periods of time (60–80% of the work shift)
- Sit for extended periods (at least 4 hours)
- Walk as required to perform job duties
- Lift and carry more than 10 pounds as needed
- Performing repetitive tasks and motions
- Hearing alarms, telephones, and normal speaking voices
Functional Requirements
The Position Requires The Ability To Perform The Following
Reaching
Extending hands and arms in any direction
Handling
Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hands
Fingering
Picking, pinching, and working primarily with the fingers
Feeling
Perceiving attributes such as size, shape, temperature, or texture through touch
Talking
Expressing or exchanging ideas through spoken communication
Hearing
Perceiving sounds by ear
Seeing
Obtaining visual impressions of shape, size, distance, motion, and other characteristics of objects, including:
- Far and near acuity
- Depth perception
- Field of vision
- Accommodation
- Color vision
Category II
(Tasks involve potential exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissues.)
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Experience
Education
Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing preferred, or business development experience with a healthcare focus.
License
N/A
Experience
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in healthcare sales, service development, or the medical industry required.
Preferred Qualifications Include
- Proven experience in marketing, sales, customer service, or clinical education
- Experience using mobile tools and applications
- Ability to consistently meet and exceed performance goals
- Proficiency with tablets and smartphones
- Effective verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Analytical problem-solving abilities
- Ability to read and comprehend written instructions
- Ability to follow verbal instructions
- Proficiency with PC computers
- Basic understanding of medical and psychiatric diagnoses and conditions
- Valid Photo ID
- Social Security Card and/or Driver’s License
- Primary source verification of education
- Copy of clinical license (if applicable)
- CPR Certification
- Behavioral Management Training
Full-Time Employees
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance Options
- 401(k) with Company Match
- 401(k) with Company Match