Responsibilities

• Ensures compliance of Southwestern’s corporate identity through use of the logo, tag line and other recognizable symbols and campaigns.
• Has knowledge of Southwestern’s programs and services by geographic location and constantly keeps updated on changes in services.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with referral partners, community organizations, payers, employers, and other key stakeholders.
• Serves as a point of contact for external partners, fostering trust and long-term engagement.
• Conducts regular outreach to existing and prospective customers to understand needs, address concerns, and strengthen connections.
• Represents Southwestern in the community with external agencies, referral sources, legislators, community leaders, and consumers for the purpose of public relations, education, and referral source development/communication.
• Assists in ensuring that all information regarding programs, events and special recognition is delivered to the media in a creative and timely manner.
• Specializes in developing the design and coordinating the production of public relations print materials.
• Specializes in managing and coordinating special events for Southwestern.
• Coordinates events designed to attract and educate referral sources and consumers.
• Assists in attaining public speaking and other outreach opportunities to promote the mission of Southwestern’s services and programs.
• Specializes in assisting in maintaining website development/improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required in Marketing, Business Administration, Public Relations, a behavioral health area or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in business development, customer relationships, event planning or marketing positions preferably in healthcare, behavioral healthcare, a non-profit development department or equivalent / related field preferred.
• Knowledge of business development and account management.
• Knowledge of computers including word processing, desktop publishing and the Internet.
• Knowledge of graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Canva and website systems such as Wix and backend website management preferred.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• Able to maintain professional rapport with community and business leaders.
• Willing to use personal transportation in work capacity.
• Able to gather, analyze, and interpret data.
• Adhere to a customer focused philosophy of doing business.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to prioritize workload and coordinate own activities with others.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.

Benefits

• AFFORDABLE Health, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance that starts DAY ONE of employment!
• 401k Employer Contribution & Match
• Student Loan Assistance Program
• Physical & Financial Wellness Programs
• Generous Paid Time Off Plan
• Competitive Total Compensation Program
• Individualized Orientation and Training Program
• We are GROWING!