Location: Multi-State Territory (Travel up to 60%)
Division: Military & First Responders / Acadia Healthcare
At Acadia Healthcare, we Lead Care with Light. We’re driven by one purpose: to deliver exceptional, compassionate treatment for those who serve our nation. Through our Military & First Responder (MFS) programs, we provide evidence-based behavioral health care designed specifically for active-duty service members, veterans, and their families.
We’re seeking a Military & Veteran Liaison who shares that mission—to expand access to life-changing behavioral health services and build lasting relationships across military and veteran communities nationwide.
About the Role
The Military & Veteran Liaison plays a vital role in connecting military and veteran referral sources with Acadia’s specialized treatment programs. This individual serves as both a strategic relationship builder and care coordinator, ensuring every referral is managed seamlessly from initial inquiry through admission and discharge.
You’ll identify opportunities to expand our outreach, strengthen referral partnerships with VA Medical Centers and active-duty bases, and represent Acadia’s programs at conferences and community events.
We value your expertise and dedication—and we invest in your success.
Competitive Base Salary commensurate with experience
Eligible for Military & Veteran Liaison Incentive Plan
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Paid Time Off (PTO) and recognized holidays
Company-paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental wellness resources
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within Acadia’s nationwide network
At Acadia, you’ll be part of a team united by purpose—to restore hope, rebuild lives, and serve those who’ve served us. Our national reach and mission-driven culture offer meaningful opportunities to make a lasting impact on the military and veteran communities we’re privileged to support.
Conduct market assessments to identify opportunities in underserved areas for military and veteran behavioral health programs.
Establish and maintain trusted relationships with decision-makers within VA Medical Centers, Department of Defense networks, and other referral sources.
Conduct regular in-person visits to educate partners and stakeholders about Acadia’s MFS services.
Develop and deliver tailored presentations to referral sources and community organizations.
Represent Acadia at military and behavioral health conferences and networking events.
Manage the referral process from initial contact through admission—ensuring responsiveness, accuracy, and coordination between referral sources and facilities.
Serve as the central liaison for all communications related to patient placement, clinical updates, and discharge coordination.
Document all outreach, referrals, and contacts in Salesforce.
Achieve monthly referral and business development goals through strategic engagement and collaboration.
3–5 years of experience driving business results in healthcare, preferably within behavioral health or military programs.
Proven ability to develop and maintain referral relationships with VA and active-duty installations.
Strong communication and presentation skills; able to engage audiences from leadership to clinical teams.
Knowledge of DoD requirements, VA processes, and behavioral health referral systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Salesforce CRM.
Excellent organizational skills, adaptability, and a self-driven mindset.
Willingness to travel up to 60% across the region.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances
(e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. #LI-JR1
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