Business Development Associate Jobs in Columbia, SC

Three Rivers Behavioral Health is a 136-bed treatment facility that specializes in quality behavioral health and substance abuse services for adolescents and adults. We offer a full continuum of care through an integrated system of inpatient, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs. Conveniently located between I-20 (Exit 61) and I-26 (Exit 110) in West Columbia, SC, our team of 300+ high quality employees describe working here as " family atmosphere," "supportive leadership," and "life-changing." Progressive professionals in the fields of psychiatry, medicine, nursing, social services, and activity therapy serve hundreds of adults and adolescents each month with the common goal of creating new beginnings. Healthcare professionals have a unique opportunity to affect lives for the better each and every day. Choose Three Rivers and start your life-changing journey today. 

Primary territory will be western / upstate South Carolina.  Ideal candidate will reside in the upstate of South Carolina.

90% regional travel.

The Business Development Representative plays a key role in connecting our facility with the community, referral partners, and organizations that rely on our services. This position is all about building meaningful relationships, elevating our brand, and helping more individuals access the care they need.

As a strategic partner to the Director of Business Development and the wider BD team, the Business Development Representative helps drive demand for our programs through ethical, mission-aligned outreach and smart, effective marketing practices. You’ll represent the facility with professionalism, confidence, and enthusiasm, serving as one of the most visible ambassadors of who we are and what we stand for.

In this role, you’ll execute our facility’s strategic sales plan, nurture your assigned accounts and territory, and contribute to the growth goals of both the department and the organization. Success requires strong communication skills, adaptability, creativity, and a steady commitment to supporting those we serve in a fast-moving environment.

This position offers a dynamic schedule based on departmental and facility needs, which may include daytime, evening, or weekend hours as directed by the Director of Business Development.

About Universal Health Services

Job Requirements: 

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business or related field required.  Experience may be evaluated on a case-by-case basis in lieu of a degree.

Prior marketing and/or sales experience within a behavioral healthcare setting preferred.  Three years minimum documented experience in referral development, account management, sales growth, and physician relationships preferred.

Must possess a valid Driver’s License

Prefer knowledge of the SouthEast behavioral health marketplace, insurance plans, target markets and referral sources, psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment and, age-specific programming. 

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Job Requirements: 

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business or related field required.  Experience may be evaluated on a case-by-case basis in lieu of a degree.

Prior marketing and/or sales experience within a behavioral healthcare setting preferred.  Three years minimum documented experience in referral development, account management, sales growth, and physician relationships preferred.

Must possess a valid Driver’s License

Prefer knowledge of the SouthEast behavioral health marketplace, insurance plans, target markets and referral sources, psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment and, age-specific programming. 

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams