Grant Writer Job at New Horizons Mental Health Services in Lancaster

Description

For over 50 years, New Horizons Mental Health Services, a non-profit behavioral health agency, has worked to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals, families, and the community through our services.

We are currently seeking a full-time Grant Writer in Lancaster, Ohio.

POSITION DESCRIPTION :

The Grant Writer will be responsible for locating, researching, and applying for potential funding opportunities in order to ensure successful budget operation, by providing high-quality grant proposals, contacting sponsors, companies, and organizations that offer grants, and submitting grants to these locations.

The Grant Writer will research and identify grants that match the objectives of the organization, develop proposals for matching grants, oversee preparation of grant proposals, conduct a final review ensuring timely submission, develop and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and donors, and respond to funder questions in a timely manner.

Daytime travel within Fairfield County is expected with opportunities for hybrid / work from home.

Other duties as assigned.

What do we offer you?

A competitive salary, and the opportunity to work with a talented team of mental health professionals. Robust benefits, including :

• Medical
• Company paid Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company paid Life Insurance policy
• Over 3 weeks of PTO in first year
• 10 paid holidays, including your birthday
• 5 days of professional leave per year
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Generous Employer Match for Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Plan
• CEU / CME Reimbursement
• Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Liability Insurance Coverage

QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor’s Degree in English, marketing, communications, or social services required. Preference for holders of grant writing certifications. 3 years prior experience writing strongly preferred, with proven successes in researching, sourcing, writing, obtaining, and monitoring grants. Experience writing governmental grants a plus. Excellent written communication skills, verbal communication skills, and grammar are required, as is an extremely high attention to detail, ability to conduct thorough research, and stay up to date with current information, trends, and practices. Familiarity with computers and standard business software, such as Microsoft Office, required.

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