Community Liaison

Responsibilities

One of the nation\’s largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), has a proven record of achievement and performance. Growing from a startup to a Fortune 500 company, UHS has an annual revenue of nearly $10 billion. In 2017, UHS was recognized as one of the World\’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune, ranked #276 on the Fortune 500, and listed #275 in Forbes\’ inaugural ranking of America\’s Top 500 Public Companies.

Our operating philosophy is as effective today as it was 40 years ago: build or acquire high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets, invest in the necessary people and equipment, and become the leading healthcare provider in each community we serve.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS employs more than 90,000 people and operates over 400 facilities, including acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and ambulatory centers across the United States, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and the United Kingdom.

Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health – Community Liaison

Located in Norfolk, Virginia, Kempsville Center for Behavioral Health is a leading community partner providing acute, residential, and Partial Hospitalization treatment for children and teens with behavioral and/or mental health concerns. The hospital is dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to children, adolescents, and their families. Established in 1986, it is an 82-bed facility accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC) and licensed by the Commonwealth of Virginia and the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS).

Qualifications

Essential Functions: Must be able to perform all essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. Knowledge, skills, and abilities should be documented and observable during the application and interview process.

Education: Bachelor\’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or Behavioral Science.

Experience: At least three (3) years of experience in mental health care marketing within hospitals or managed care settings. A strong client service background, proven business development and sales record, and excellent time management skills are required. Ability to manage multiple projects, exercise good judgment, and demonstrate high business ethics is essential. Knowledge of healthcare marketing, public relations, media relations, and event planning is necessary. Understanding of behavioral sciences and mental health treatment objectives is preferred. Excellent communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills are mandatory. Must be computer literate and capable of operating basic office equipment.

Physical Requirements

Regularly required to stand, sit, walk, climb, balance, and perform physical activities including lifting up to 50 pounds. Must have good vision, including peripheral and color perception, and be able to de-escalate verbally and physically restrain if necessary.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter along with their resume.

Benefits

This role offers a challenging and rewarding work environment, growth opportunities within UHS, competitive compensation, comprehensive medical benefits, a 401(k) plan with company match, and generous paid time off.

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