Remote Grant Writer (Contract - Possible Contract to Hire)

• This position is an Individual Contributor

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.

Originally posted on Himalayas

• Bachelor's degree required; graduate degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional grant writing experience, preferably within healthcare, behavioral health, substance use treatment, nonprofit, or related sectors.
• Demonstrated success securing grant funding from federal, state, local, foundation, and/or corporate funding sources.
• Strong knowledge of grant development, proposal writing, budgeting, program evaluation, and grant compliance requirements.
• Exceptional written communication skills with the ability to create persuasive, concise, and technically accurate proposals.
• Strong research, analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet competing deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and online grant submission portals.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, leadership teams, community partners, and program staff.
• Personal qualities of integrity, professionalism, accountability, and commitment to Acadia Healthcare’s mission and values.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work products.
• Experience supporting healthcare, behavioral health, addiction treatment, or community-based programs preferred.
• Grant Professional Certification (GPC) preferred but not required.