Mindful Care is looking for a dynamic, strategic, and relationship-focused Director of Business Development to drive regional expansion and external partnerships.
In this pivotal role, you will lead growth initiatives across key markets, cultivate high-impact referral networks, forge strategic alliances and joint ventures, and support investor engagement. Working closely with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team, you will play a central role in advancing our ambitious growth strategy and strengthening Mindful Care’s presence in the behavioral health industry.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Business or a related field from a regionally accredited, reputable academic institution
• Minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or growth strategy in healthcare (behavioral health strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated success managing external teams, field operations, or referral-based growth initiatives.
• Established network of industry relationships, particularly across the Tri-State region.
• Strong understanding of healthcare partnerships, investor communications, and referral ecosystems.
• Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Highly organized, data-informed, and comfortable navigating a fast-paced, mission-driven environment..
• Willingness to travel and to work in-person at our West Hempstead office on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic GrowthMarket Expansion

• Develop and execute a multi-regional growth strategy targeting new markets across the Tri-State (NY, NJ, CT), Midwest (MI, IL, WI), and Southern (FL) regions.
• Lead relationship-building initiatives to prime new markets prior to clinic openings.
• Identify and evaluate new joint venture and partnership opportunities with strategic healthcare, employer, and institutional partners.

Community RelationsReferral Network Oversight

• Oversee theCommunity Relations Division, including management of a team of regional Community Liaisons.
• Support field teams in building sustainable relationships with referral sources, generating organic leads, and increasing brand visibility within local provider ecosystems.
• Ensure consistent field activity, regional strategy execution, and referral performance tracking.

Investor RelationsFundraising Support

• Partner with the CEO to maintain relationships with existing investors and communicate ongoing performance updates.
• Support fundraising efforts by preparing diligence materials, pitch presentations, and participating in prospective investor engagements.

Strategic PartnershipsJoint Ventures

• Lead deal sourcing, evaluation, and execution of high-impact partnerships and joint ventures aligned with Mindful Care’s mission and business objectives.
• Manage relationships with strategic partners and ensure operational alignment and goal delivery across initiatives.

Cross-Functional CollaborationBrand Alignment
Work closely with Marketing, Clinical Operations, and Finance to ensure growth strategies align with brand positioning, operational capacity, and financial sustainability.
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- Represent Mindful Care at industry conferences, investor forums, and community events to elevate the brand and identify new opportunities.