Director of Marketing and Community Relations

Rochester, NY (On-site)

$65K/yr – $90K/yrDirector/Executive5+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive the Rochester Presbyterian Home marketing strategy and occupancy efforts at a director level, overseeing outreach, brand building, and team leadership.

  • Own integrated marketing to generate inquiries and support occupancy goals.
  • Must-have: 5+ years in director-level marketing in senior services or healthcare.
  • Standout: Leadership of cross-functional marketing activities, with budget and brand ownership.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Achieve and sustain occupancy goals through proactive, consistent outreach to prospective residents and referral sources.
  • Develop, cultivate, and maintain strong relationships with key referral partners, including senior care advisors, hospitals, geriatricians, senior centers, and 55+ communities. Design, implement, and continuously refine strategic outreach and follow-up plans.
  • Respond promptly to inquiries, conduct tours, guide prospective residents and families through the decision-making process, and deliver an exceptional pre-admission experience characterized by responsiveness, empathy, and professionalism.
  • Develop, implement, and oversee pre-admission policies and procedures to ensure a smooth, organized, and welcoming move-in process.
  • Collaborate closely with administrators and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate seamless move-ins and promote positive resident and family experiences.
  • Plan, coordinate, and host community outreach and educational events to increase awareness of RPH services, with a focus on memory care.
  • Actively promote RPH’s respite program as both a short-term residential option and a pathway to permanent residency.
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing and digital strategy to increase brand awareness, drive resident inquiries, support staff recruitment, and enhance satisfaction among residents, families, and staff.
  • Plan, implement, and manage integrated marketing campaigns that align with organizational goals and support occupancy, workforce engagement, and community visibility.
  • Represent Rochester Presbyterian Home (RPH) at networking, senior care, and community events to promote services, employment opportunities, and organizational mission (some evenings and weekends required).

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in business administration, marketing, communications, PR, or related field
  • 5+ years of director-level experience in senior services; assisted living, healthcare sales or marketing preferred
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills; supervisory experience preferred
  • Proficiency in digital marketing, website CMS platforms (WordPress, Squarespace) or similar platforms
  • Expertise with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.), SEO/SEM/PPC analytics, and/or other CRM tools
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Canva, Mailchimp, Adobe, and/or other customer relations management systems
  • Strong design, editing, and visual storytelling skills with a keen attention to tone, messaging, and brand consistency
  • Professional, empathetic, and mission-driven demeanor aligned with organizational values
  • Demonstrated commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times
  • Valid NYS driver’s license with a clean driving record required
  • Ability to pass New York State Department of Health Criminal History Background Check
  • Flexibility for evenings/weekends; commitment to confidentiality

Preferred

  • Prior experience managing marketing for senior services preferred
  • Experience with healthcare sales or marketing preferred
  • Supervisory experience preferred

Benefits

  • Competitive Wages
  • Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • 403B Retirement Savings Plan
  • Long Term Disability and Group Life Insurance
  • Free Parking
  • Environment of mutual respect and acceptance.