Director of Business Development

Ascension Recovery Services

Director of Business Development leading referral and market growth initiatives at Renewal Falls Recovery Center. Building partnerships and executing strategies to support substance use disorder treatment in the community.

Posted 6/20/2026full-timeCedar Falls • Iowa • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy to achieve census and growth targets
Build and maintain strong relationships with referral sources including hospitals, providers, therapists, case managers, and community partners
Identify and cultivate new referral opportunities and strategic partnerships across Iowa and surrounding markets
Collaborate with admissions and operations teams to optimize conversion rates and patient experience
Monitor referral pipeline, market trends, and competitive landscape to inform strategy
Represent Renewal Falls at community events, conferences, and networking opportunities
Conduct regular outreach, including in-person meetings, presentations, and educational sessions
Track and report key performance metrics including referrals, admissions, and conversion rates
Partner with leadership on growth initiatives, including new service lines and market expansion
Maintain knowledge of payer mix, program offerings, and length of stay to support strategic positioning

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
Minimum of 5 years of business development experience, preferably in behavioral health or healthcare
Proven ability to drive admissions growth and build referral networks
Strong understanding of substance use disorder treatment and continuum of care
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally and regionally

Benefits

Comp & perks

Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA)
Dental and vision insurance options
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Company-paid life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Professional development and continuing education support
Mileage reimbursement for business travel
Opportunity to be part of a growing, mission-driven organization from the ground up

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Hard Skills & Tools

business developmentadmissions growthreferral networkskey performance metricsmarket trendscompetitive landscapestrategic partnershipsoutreachpresentationseducational sessions

Soft Skills

communicationrelationship-buildingpresentation skillsself-motivatedindependent workfast-paced environment

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degree