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Home Instead

Business Development Manager

Kokomo, IN · On-site

As our Business Development Manager, you're the face of Home Instead in the community-the person who connects hospitals, physicians, social workers, and families to in-home care that helps seniors ...

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Logansport, IN · On-site

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Working as part of a coordinated care team, we partner with community-based providers and others to ... Managers who set the conditions for development act as talent stewards. By providing ongoing ...

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How much do community development manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for community development manager in Kokomo, IN is $69,156.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,100.00 and $83,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a community development manager?

A community development manager oversees local events and establishes relationships with community members to promote company visibility and economic growth. Specific job duties vary, depending on the company and industry. In business, you cultivate positive partnerships with local companies, community groups, and government agencies through hosting informational events or attending regional forums. Other responsibilities include analyzing the financial impact your company has on the community and determines whether or not the area provides a healthy market for your company. You research and evaluate the needs of the designated market region and discover how the company can offer products or services to fulfill that need, or find areas to develop and open new businesses. Non-profit organizations utilize community development managers to spread the message of their cause and promote participation or solicit donations.

What does a community development manager do?

A Community Development Manager is responsible for building and maintaining relationships within communities to foster growth, engagement, and positive change. They often work with local organizations, government agencies, and residents to identify community needs and implement projects or programs that address those needs. Their duties may include organizing events, securing funding, managing volunteers, and evaluating the effectiveness of community initiatives. The goal is to enhance the well-being and quality of life for community members while supporting sustainable development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a community development manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Community Development Manager, you need expertise in project management, stakeholder engagement, and community outreach, often supported by a degree in public administration, urban planning, or a related field. Familiarity with grant writing software, CRM systems, and data analysis tools is typically required. Outstanding communication, cultural sensitivity, and leadership skills help build trust and foster productive partnerships. These capabilities are crucial for developing impactful programs, securing resources, and strengthening community relationships.

What are some common challenges faced by community development managers when working with diverse stakeholder groups?

Community Development Managers often work with stakeholders who have varied interests, backgrounds, and priorities. A common challenge is balancing these different perspectives to create programs that are inclusive and effective for the entire community. Navigating conflicting interests requires strong communication, facilitation, and negotiation skills, as well as patience and adaptability. Building trust and fostering collaboration among stakeholders is essential for successful project outcomes and long-term community engagement.

What is the difference between Community Development Manager vs Community Outreach Coordinator?

AspectCommunity Development ManagerCommunity Outreach Coordinator
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in social sciences, public administration, or related field; experience in community planningBachelor's degree often preferred; experience in communication or outreach roles
Work EnvironmentOffice-based with site visits; project management focusCommunity events, public meetings, and outreach activities
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofits, government agencies, urban developmentNonprofits, community organizations, government programs
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for managerial roles in community developmentSeeking roles focused on community engagement and outreach

The Community Development Manager typically oversees community projects, manages teams, and develops strategic plans, requiring more experience and higher-level credentials. In contrast, the Community Outreach Coordinator focuses on engaging with the community through events and communication efforts, often with less managerial responsibility. Both roles are vital in community-focused organizations but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Community Development Manager job openings in Kokomo, IN as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,156 per year, or $33.2 per hour.

Business Development Manager

Home Instead

Kokomo, IN • On-site

Full-time

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5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

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Job description

Business Development Manager
Klipsch Senior Care • Home Instead • Kokomo, IN
Full-time • Some evenings & weekends
Do you love building relationships in your community?
We've stabilized our Kokomo office and started growing again. Now it needs dedicated focus to see the growth we're after-and we're looking for someone ready to roll up their sleeves and build our referral network. As our Business Development Manager, you're the face of Home Instead in the community-the person who connects hospitals, physicians, social workers, and families to in-home care that helps seniors stay right where they want to be. If you love meeting people, earning trust, and turning relationships into real results, keep reading.
What this role is really about
Every day, seniors in the Kokomo area need a way to stay safely in their own homes-and the people who guide those decisions (discharge planners, physicians, social workers, senior living staff) need someone they trust to send families to. That someone is you. You'll build the referral relationships that bring seniors to our care, one genuine connection at a time.
This is a growth role with a real number behind it. You own the referral and revenue targets for your territory, and you'll build the pipeline that hits them-researching new referral sources, nurturing the ones we have, and getting out to meet people face to face. You'll handle the referrals those relationships generate; our Care Advisor team fields general incoming service inquiries, with the office as backup, so you can stay focused on the community relationships only you can build. You'll work closely with your General Manager, but those relationships are yours to own.
The office is stable and growing again, but the referral pipeline still has a lot of room to run-and that's the opportunity. You won't inherit a full book of business; you'll build it, one relationship at a time. That's the challenge and the appeal: the chance to put your stamp on a market and watch seniors get the help they need because of relationships you built.
What you'll do day to day
Build and grow the referral network
  • Research, develop, and nurture relationships with referral providers-hospitals, physicians, home health agencies, assisted living, nursing homes, senior centers, hospice, and rehab centers
  • Prospect new sources through face-to-face visits, calls, email, and consistent follow-up, and build a database of qualified leads
  • Show up reliably and add value so referral partners think of us first

Sell consultatively
  • Diagnose referral source and client needs, and recommend the right Home Instead services-and other community resources when that's what truly serves the family
  • Present our services one-on-one and in group settings; plan and deliver formal presentations to referral providers
  • Follow up on and convert the referral-generated leads your relationships produce, and conduct care consultations as needed, following the consultative sales process

Own your number and your records
  • Achieve your referral and inquiry-generation targets for your territory, growing overall market share
  • Develop weekly and monthly sales and marketing plans together with office leadership
  • Keep accurate, disciplined records of calls, presentations, and follow-ups in our CRM
  • Handle the marketing, social media, and documentation that keep your territory visible and your pipeline accurate-a small slice of the week, but essential and never skipped

Support care and the brand
  • Conduct initial client and Care Professional introductions, and quality assurance visits, as needed
  • Contribute to educational programs and community PR efforts
  • Uphold our policies, ethics, and core values in every interaction

What we're looking for
We care about how you work and who you are more than a specific resume. Here's what matters:
  • You love building relationships. You genuinely enjoy meeting people and earning trust-and you play the long game, because referral relationships are built over months, not days.
  • You're persistent. You can hear no, keep showing up with something useful, and know the difference between persistence and being a pest.
  • You do the legwork. This job is built on showing up-face-to-face visits, follow-ups, events. You're willing to roll up your sleeves and put in the reps, week after week.
  • You're consultative, not pushy. You listen first, understand what someone actually needs, and recommend what's right-even when it isn't the biggest sale.
  • You're self-starting and organized. You manage your own territory, calendar, and pipeline without needing someone to tell you what to do next.
  • You're goal-driven. A target energizes you, and you're comfortable being measured and reporting your progress.
  • You lead with integrity. You're honest with referral partners and families, because in this work trust is the whole business.

A word about experience
A college degree or equivalent work experience is required, and prior sales, business development, or healthcare experience will help you ramp faster. But what really predicts success here is relationship-building, drive, and follow-through. If you've built something out of relationships before-in any field-tell us about it.
Tech you'll use
You'll work in a CRM (Salesforce or similar), Microsoft Word and Excel, and Home Instead's internal systems. This role is built to be in the field: expect roughly 90% of your time out in the community and about 10% on marketing and computer work like social media and documentation. That 10% is a small slice, but it's essential and it has to get done. A valid driver's license and the ability to travel throughout your territory are required, along with some evenings and weekends for events and community activities.
What we offer
  • The chance to build real momentum-grow a referral network in a market with plenty of room to run
  • A mission that matters-every relationship you build connects a senior to care that lets them live at home
  • A supportive team and a General Manager invested in your success
  • Growth and advancement for people who perform

A note from our leadership
"The best business developers in this field aren't the slickest salespeople-they're the ones who genuinely care, show up consistently, and become someone the community trusts. If that's you, and you're ready to roll up your sleeves and help this office grow, I'd love to meet you."
How to apply
Submit your resume online-and tell us about a relationship you built that turned into something real. We read every application.
  • Background requirements: Criminal background check, MVR check & drug screen
  • Schedule: Full-time, with some evenings & weekends as needed
  • Travel: Valid driver's license required; local territory travel

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Home Instead is the world’s largest home care franchise network and the flagship home care brand of Honor. Together, Honor and the Home Instead network delivers better jobs for Care Professionals, better home care for aging adults, and entirely new offerings to support the aging journey. With over two decades of experience caring for seniors and their families, the Home Instead network has developed unique tools and ways of working that create meaningful impact. - Personalized Care Plans - Extensive Care Pro Training - Innovative Technology - Relationship Building

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Health care and social assistance, individual, family and community social assistance, fitness and sports centers and home health care services

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

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