Joseph Watanabe

Experience

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  US Army

  Aug 2010 - Sept 2018

  68W Combat Medic
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  Labs for Liberty

  Jan 2016 - Jun 2016

  Content Creator

  Volunteered to help support their organization provide disabled veterans with service dogs. Created commercial quality videos and high resolution photos for their social media applications.

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  AS Solution

  Oct 2018 - Oct 2019

  Residential Security Agent
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  (Open Contract)

  Oct 2019 - Mar 2021

  Executive Protection
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  Epirus

  Mar 2021 - Jul 2022

  Marketing Coordinator
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  California Home Health

  Jul 2022 - Feb 2023

  Community Liaison
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  First Steps Recovery

  Feb 2023 - Feb 2024

  Business Development Representative

  • In this role, I am responsible for identifying and cultivating new business opportunities, as well as maintaining and expanding relationships with existing clients• Develop a deep understanding of our treatment programs, services, and core values• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand our organization’s reach, through lead generation and networking• Build and maintain relationships with primary providers and other key stakeholders in our community to increase the referrals we receive for substance abuse treatment (Case Managers, Social Workers, Therapists, Psychiatrists, Physicians, Treatment Providers, etc.)• Establish professional credibility to become a trusted resource for clients, colleagues, and the communities we serve• Attend industry events and conferences to build relationships and stay up to date on industry trends• Build and maintain collaborative interdepartmental relationships to identify potential partnerships and referral resources• Continuously evaluate strategies to ensure effectiveness in all aspects of this position• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all sales and marketing activities in our CRM• Remain motivated to achieve measurable outcomes• Committed to ongoing personal and professional development Show less

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  River Vista Behavioral Health

  Mar 2024 - Nov 2024

  Community Liaison

  • Develop new accounts and markets in employer EAP, Primary Care Physicians/Licensed Practitioners, and managed care segments under the Director of Business Development's guidance.• Generate a weekly quota of qualified business development contacts to meet overall objectives.• Maintain an up-to-date account management list to ensure accurate account information.• Cultivate relationships with primary accounts through personal visits, calls, and correspondence to establish trust.• Strategize to maximize referral potential by monitoring referrals and admissions.• Stay informed about industry changes through self-education and professional involvement.• Manage a competitive intelligence file and contribute to ongoing SWOT analyses.• Collaborate with the business development team to enhance productivity and streamline efforts.• Promote teamwork within the facility and participate in evaluating facility statistics for business planning strategies.• Attend department meetings, provide timely reports, and adhere to facility policies and procedures while supporting quality improvement goals. Show less

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  Newport Healthcare

  Apr 2025 - now

  Clinical Outreach Specialist

  - Strategize for Success: Develop and execute quarterly and annual performance objectives tailored to your target market.- Build Connections: Identify key decision-makers, establish impactful relationships, and document your meaningful interactions in our contact database.- Collaborate with Experts: Work alongside a national team of professionals dedicated to transforming lives.- Engage the Community: Conduct face-to-face meetings with decision-makers to uncover needs, tackle barriers to treatment, and forge valuable community partnerships.- Plan and Participate: Organize facility tours, professional weekends, and networking events to showcase Newport Healthcare's commitment to excellence.- Deliver Tailored Presentations: Customize presentations to resonate with your target audience and effectively communicate our mission.- Provide Exceptional Support: Respond promptly to service and referral inquiries, guiding professionals and families through the admission process with care and coordination.- Stay Connected: Participate in national and weekly team calls, and engage in quarterly field rides with the Senior Director of Clinical Outreach.- Manage with Integrity: Oversee expenses and company credit card tasks as directed, ensuring transparency and accountability. Show less