Director of Referral Partnerships & Strategic Growth

Director of Referral Partnerships & Strategic Growth Part-Time | Contract | Remote LDI is a growing mental health therapy practice specializing in relational mental health. We are seeking an experienced professional to help us build and scale strategic referral relationships, healthcare partnerships, community visibility, and long-term growth channels. This is not a traditional sales role. We are looking for someone who understands how to create and nurture trusted professional relationships that generate sustainable referral opportunities. Responsibilities • Develop and execute a referral partnership strategy for Love Discovery Institute. • Identify and cultivate relationships with physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, attorneys, coaches, wellness providers, schools, community organizations, and employer groups. • Build partnerships with healthcare organizations, medical providers, and community stakeholders. • Explore corporate wellness, HR, EAP, and employer partnership opportunities. • Create systems for tracking referral sources, partnerships, and relationship development. • Identify strategic alliances, collaborations, and growth opportunities. • Advise leadership on the highest-value referral and partnership channels. • Work closely with leadership to expand visibility and influence throughout South Florida and beyond. Ideal Background We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in: • Physician Liaison • Provider Relations • Healthcare Partnerships • Network Development • Community Relations • Behavioral Health Business Development • Corporate Wellness Partnerships • Healthcare System Growth • Strategic Partnerships Ideal candidates have previously built referral networks, healthcare partnerships, physician relationships, or community outreach programs. Success Measures Within the first 6 months, success may include: • New referral relationships established • Partnership meetings secured • Active healthcare referral channels developed • Employer and corporate wellness opportunities identified • Sustainable referral systems created • Increased referral volume from strategic partners Tools • Microsoft 365 • Go High Level (GHL) • AI tools such as Claude and ChatGPT Hours 10–15 hours per week initially, with opportunity for expansion based on results. Application Questions 1. Describe a referral network, partnership ecosystem, or business development initiative you helped build. What was your role and what results were achieved? 2. If hired today, what would your first 90 days look like? 3. What referral sources would you prioritize for a specialized mental health therapy practice and why? 4. Have you worked with physicians, healthcare organizations, employer groups, community organizations, or referral networks? Please describe. 5. What metrics would you track to evaluate the success of a referral partnership program? 6. How are you currently using AI tools such as Claude or ChatGPT to improve business development, outreach, partnerships, or strategic growth?