WelbeHealth is a value-based healthcare organization that’s transforming the future of senior care by providing an all-inclusive care option to our most vulnerable senior population. We step in as the care provider and care planner that work to keep our participants within their communities, out of institutions, and cared for like family, all while receiving the healthcare and social services needed to thrive.
The Director, Business Development & Community Relations will lead local relationship development and community engagement efforts in new and emerging markets. This role will build and sustain trusted relationships with community stakeholders to support WelbeHealth’s successful entry into new markets across the U.S. The Director, Business Development & Community Relations sits within the Strategy & Expansion team and leads WelbeHealth’s growth and expansion efforts, bringing high-quality PACE programs to new markets across the country.
This role is different because the Director, Business Development & Community Relations at WelbeHealth:
- Plays a critical role in bringing WelbeHealth and the PACE model into new communities, building trusted relationships with healthcare organizations, community leaders, policymakers, and other local stakeholders well before and throughout market entry
- Helps establish WelbeHealth’s credibility, understands local dynamics, and builds community support needed for successful market expansion
- Operates as a highly visible, strategic ambassador for WelbeHealth in new and emerging markets, using strong business development instincts, local market intelligence, and relationship-building skills to identify opportunities, cultivate champions, navigate community dynamics, and galvanize diverse stakeholders around WelbeHealth’s mission
We care about our team members. That’s why we offer:
- Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Work/life balance - We mean it! 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, and 6 sick days
- 401K savings + match
- Comprehensive compensation package including base pay and bonus
- And additional benefits!
On the day-to-day, you will:
- Lead stakeholder engagement in future markets to build strong community trust, awareness, and support for WelbeHealth and the PACE model
- Develop and execute tailored engagement plans that reflect the political, healthcare, and community dynamics of each priority market
- Build and sustain meaningful partnerships with local healthcare and community organizations, including hospital systems, providers, FQHCs, senior service organizations, housing partners, senior centers, and Area Agencies on Aging
- Cultivate trusted local champions and advocates who can support WelbeHealth’s market entry efforts, including through letters of support and participation in community engagement activities
- Serve as a visible ambassador for WelbeHealth in priority markets by representing the organization at community meetings, conferences, stakeholder forums, and partnership discussions
- Gather and synthesize local market intelligence, stakeholder feedback, and community perspectives to inform market entry strategy, competitive positioning, and organizational decision-making
- Identify potential partnership risks, community concerns, and barriers to market entry, and work cross-functionally to develop mitigation strategies
Job requirements include:
- Bachelor’s degree in public policy, public health, healthcare administration, business, economics, political science, public relations, or a related field
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience in business development, partnerships, government affairs, community engagement, or related roles; experience in healthcare, Medicaid, managed care, PACE, or senior services strongly preferred
- Demonstrated success building trusted relationships with community leaders, healthcare organizations, policymakers, regulators, and other external stakeholders
- Strong business development and partnership-building instincts, with persistence, sound judgment, and consistent follow-through
- Ability to galvanize diverse stakeholders and build coalitions around a shared goal in complex and evolving environments
- Must be willing and able to work fully remotely with the expectation of significant and sustained travel to priority markets as needed to support relationship-building, market development, and launches – travel can be up to 75-80%
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to represent WelbeHealth credibly and effectively in external settings
We are looking for a Director, Business Development & Community Relations who is a strategic relationship builder, community connector, and passionate ambassador for WelbeHealth and the PACE model. This leader will bring strong business development instincts, sound judgment, persistence, and the ability to build trust and influence across diverse stakeholders and complex markets. If you’re excited by the opportunity to help bring high-quality PACE services to new communities and make a meaningful impact on the future of senior care, we’d love to hear from you!
Compensation consists of base salary plus bonus. WelbeHealth offers a competitive total rewards package that includes a 401(k) match, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and a broad range of additional benefits. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience and relevant qualifications.
COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
At WelbeHealth, our mission is to unlock the full potential of our vulnerable seniors. In this spirit, please note that we have a vaccination policy for all our employees and proof of vaccination, or a vaccine declination form will be required prior to employment. WelbeHealth maintains required infection control and PPE standards and has requirements relevant to all team members regarding vaccinations.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At WelbeHealth, we embrace and cherish the diversity of our team members, and we're committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People seeking employment at WelbeHealth are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), pregnancy or other status protected by applicable law.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in public policy, public health, healthcare administration, business, economics, political science, public relations, or a related field
- At least five years of experience in business development, partnerships, government affairs, community engagement, or related roles
- Experience in healthcare, Medicaid, managed care, PACE, or senior services
- Demonstrated success building trusted relationships with community leaders, healthcare organizations, policymakers, regulators, and external stakeholders
- Strong business development and partnership-building skills, persistence, sound judgment, and consistent follow-through
- Ability to galvanize diverse stakeholders and build coalitions around shared goals
- Willingness and ability to work fully remotely with significant and sustained travel to priority markets
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
What We Do
WelbeHealth provides full-service care to help seniors age well at home and in their community, often at no cost. Services include medical, coordination, home care, dental, transport, physical therapy, prescriptions, social activities and meals. Founded by a seasoned group of physician entrepreneurs, our leadership team hails from leading payer and provider organizations such as GoHealth Urgent Care, BAYADA Home Health, AirStrip Technologies, Evolent Health, and On Lok. With funding from leading venture investors, we're looking for team members who are inspired to help us deliver on our mission of unlocking the full potential of the most vulnerable seniors. Our colleagues are energized by working in diverse groups toward our shared purpose, are eager to drive groundbreaking innovations, and have the courage to care for our participants with empathy and love.
