About Allevio : Allevio Care is a leading provider of healthcare services, dedicated to improving the quality of life for our patients. Through our network of clinics, we deliver accessible and effective care while empowering healthcare providers to focus solely on patient care. Our mission is to ensure every patient receives the highest standard of care, and we are seeking a Partnership Specialist to support our Director of Patient Growth in expanding our patient base and enhancing our clinics� reach. Job Summary : We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Partnership Specialist to expand our referral network and strengthen relationships with existing partners, such as podiatrists, OBGYNs, urgent care centers, and other provider groups. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm, strong communication skills, and a strategic approach to building connections and promoting our services. Key Responsibilities: Referral Development Identify and build relationships with new referral partners, including physicians, home health agencies, and facility administrators. Maintain strong, ongoing relationships with current referral sources to foster continued collaboration. Outreach & Networking Conduct on-site visits to facilities, clinics, and community events to promote our affiliated practices and providers. Attend local networking events, health fairs, and professional gatherings to increase brand visibility and generate referrals. Marketing Strategy Execution Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute marketing strategies tailored to target audiences. Prepare and distribute promotional materials, including brochures, flyers, newsletters, and digital content. Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of marketing campaigns, providing actionable recommendations for improvement. Education & Advocacy Educate referral partners about our affiliate practices and providers services, such as podiatric and vascular care. Advocate for the importance of our providers services in improving patient health outcomes and reducing barriers to care. Reporting & Analytics Track and report referral trends and growth metrics to management on a regular basis. Identify areas for improvement in referral acquisition and develop strategies to address them. Compliance & Professionalism Ensure all marketing efforts adhere to healthcare regulations, including HIPAA and Stark Law compliance. Represent Allevio Care and our affiliate practices and providers professionally and demonstrate alignment with our mission and values. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor�s degree in marketing, business, healthcare administration, or a related field (preferred). Experience: 2 years of experience in healthcare marketing, sales, or business development, particularly in home health, hospice, or specialty care (preferred). Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proven ability to build and maintain long-term relationships. Proficiency in CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of healthcare industry trends and referral processes (preferred). Key Attributes Results-oriented with a proactive, strategic mindset. Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities. Willingness to travel locally 50-75% of the time to meet with partners and attend events. Willingness to travel regionally 25% of the time to meet with partners and attend events. Passionate about improving patient care and fostering collaborative relationships. Why Allevio? At Allevio, we offer a supportive and innovative work environment where you can make a real impact on people's lives. We believe in the importance of work-life balance and offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
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General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.
Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.
Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.
What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day
Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.
For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.
Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.
Houston Area Salary Data
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of
$10.97/hr ($22,818/yr).
The typical range is $10.60 – $13.28/hr
(25th–75th percentile).
Entry Level (10th)$20,613/yr
Houston Median$22,818/yr
Experienced (90th)$30,597/yr
vs. National Median-34.6%
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area).
Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.