Independent Living Lifestyle Sales Counselor - Assisted Living

About the role

The role of the Independent Living Lifestyle Counselor is responsible for meeting/exceeding sales goals and managing all activities associated with the sales process from initial contact with a prospective resident through closing the sale and ultimately move-in. This will include ability to effectively articulate the Otterbein value proposition, develop and manage large leads database, public speaking and represent Otterbein at various public functions.

Responsibilities

• Meet/exceed sales goals
• Manage all activities associated with the sales process from initial contact to move-in
• Develop and manage large leads database
• Public speaking and representing Otterbein at various public functions

Requirements

• Proven track record of successful sales experience
• Able to develop, implement, and execute strategic and tactical sales plans to meet/exceed objectives
• Detail oriented, able to prioritize and utilize effective time management skills and be flexible to adjust to impromptu situations on a regular basis
• Able to analyze data for plan development
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills (listening, writing, speaking)
• Outstanding customer service skills and proven relationship building, good judgment and decision-making skills
• Ability to communicate with older persons who may be ill, disabled and/or emotional
• Strong computer skills; experience with a contact management software system such as REPS
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Collaborate with internal departments, Corporate and community partners
• Remain current with industry sales trends and current state of economy and resultant effect on potential sales

Qualifications

• B.S.; Marketing or Business Management preferred, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of sales/sales management experience preferably in retirement community, residential sales, or related fields

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits, Vision & Dental Insurance, Pet Insurance, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Financial Security: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Access to DailyPay, Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study, Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges, Legal & Identity Theft Protection
• Growth & Development: University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts, Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks, Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work

*Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked.