Business Development Director

As our Director of Business Development, you will serve as a key connection between Carefree Living and the healthcare and senior care professionals in our communities. Your focus will be on developing strong referral partnerships, identifying opportunities for growth, and helping prospective residents and their families feel confident throughout the decision-making process.

You will work closely with Executive Directors, clinical leadership, and other members of the Carefree Living team to support census growth and create a positive experience from the first referral through admission.

Build and strengthen relationships with hospitals, clinics, physicians, county case managers, home health agencies, hospice organizations, and other healthcare and community partners

Develop new referral opportunities while maintaining consistent communication with existing referral sources

Create and carry out strategies designed to increase referrals, tours, and admissions across the assigned communities

Spend time in the community through face-to-face meetings, sales calls, networking opportunities, presentations, and outreach events

Meet with prospective residents and families, learn about their needs, and help connect them with the appropriate Carefree Living services

Conduct tours and maintain consistent follow-up with prospective residents and referral partners

Maintain an organized pipeline of prospective business and referral opportunities

Use a consultative and structured sales approach to understand customer needs and identify appropriate solutions

Document sales activity, referrals, follow-up, and customer interactions using the company's CRM system

Represent Carefree Living at community events, senior-focused events, educational programs, open houses, and other networking opportunities

Monitor local market activity and identify new opportunities to increase awareness and occupancy

Partner with facility leadership and clinical teams to help ensure referrals and admissions move smoothly through the process

Maintain a strong understanding of Carefree Living's services and communicate our value to residents, families, and referral partners

The right person will be comfortable meeting new people, building professional relationships, and representing an organization within the community. You should be organized, self-directed, and motivated by the opportunity to make a measurable difference.

Preferred qualifications include:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Healthcare, or a related field

Two or more years of experience in healthcare sales, senior living, marketing, insurance, pharmaceutical sales, or a related field

Demonstrated ability to develop professional relationships and generate new business or referral opportunities

Strong communication and presentation skills

Excellent follow-through and relationship management abilities

Strong organizational and time management skills

Ability to manage multiple communities, priorities, and relationships independently

Experience using Microsoft Office and CRM systems

Valid driver's license and dependable transportation

Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout the assigned territory

At Carefree Living by Oxford Living, we believe the relationships we build with our residents, families, and employees matter. We work together to create communities where residents receive compassionate, resident-centered care and employees have the support and resources they need to do their best work.

We offer:

Flexible schedule and work-life balance

Competitive compensation

Paid training

Customized orientation plan and professional development opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance

Flexible spending, dependent care, and HSA options

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Free meals while working at Carefree Living communities

If you are energized by meeting people, developing relationships, and finding creative ways to connect seniors and families with the right resources, this could be a great opportunity for you.

Join Carefree Living and help us build stronger connections throughout Northern Minnesota while making a difference in the lives of the seniors and families we serve.

Apply today: https://carefreeliving.applicantpool.com/jobs/

Carefree Living by Oxford Living is an EOE/Drug Free/AA Employer.