Aurora Mental Health Center (AuMHC) is hiring for a Grants Specialist to support our revenue-enhancing strategies in grant-seeking/grant-managing, philanthropic development, and community engagement. The position conducts prospect research for grant opportunities; drafts inquiries, proposals, and reports; supports grant implementation and monitoring, records and manages information related to grants and prospects; develops and facilitates efficient project management and information management strategies; collaborates effectively with partners internal and external to the organization; represents AuMHC in communications, meetings, and events related to the foregoing.

Term-limited: this is a full-time, benefits-eligible position that will end on/around September 30, 2026 in accordance with the CCBHC project scope.

About you.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented with strong organizational, writing, and project coordination skills. The ideal candidate has experience with grant writing and reporting, with preferred experience working with government grants or in the healthcare field.

About the team.

The Grants Strategy Team oversees and coordinates the full life cycle of grants, including prospecting, project development, proposal submission, implementation, and ongoing monitoring. The team partners with clinical programs, evaluation, accounting and other departments to design and implement grant projects that align with and support the strategic initiatives of the agency. The team coordinates grants from private, local government, state and federal funders that support program across Aurora Mental Health Center, Asian Pacific Development Center, and Aurora Research Institute.

Responsibilities:

• Prospecting grant opportunities; Research, identify and qualify prospective sources of funding from public (government), private (philanthropic), and corporate sources.
• Write and/or coordinate the writing of grant proposals, meeting all requirements and deadlines.
• Prepare proposals and reports, and any other required follow-up for grants.
• Work with appropriate program, evaluation and finance staff to identify and collect information required for proposals and reports.
• Understand and comply with grant administration policies and procedures in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Ensure administrative compliance with the terms of all grants, including accurate and timely preparation of grant reports, and interim and final reports.
• Maintain internal reporting systems and historical records.
• Represent the organizations during grant-related site visits, interviews, and presentations, as well as at other community engagement events.
• Maintain integrity of donor database and similar CRMs to ensure information accuracy and efficiency of retrieval and reporting functions.
• Prepare and produce other information resources as necessary to support revenue -enhancing strategies.
• The position conducts prospect research for grant opportunities; drafts inquiries, proposals and reports; records and manages information related to grants, philanthropic gifts, donors, prospects, and other constituents; develops and facilitates efficient project management and information management strategies; collaborates effectively with partners internal and external to the organization; represents the organization in communications, meetings and events related to the foregoing.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree, preferably in humanities, social sciences or business.
• Two years' of professional experience in a position with primary responsibilities include prospecting/writing grants and grant proposals, philanthropic development, and project management.
• Preferred: experience within healthcare or education.
• Preferred: Federal or state government grant experience.
• Excellent written communication skills with documented ability to write clear, structured, articulate and persuasive proposals.
• Strong editing skills with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of grant administration systems, processes and budgeting.
• Demonstrated experience using databases.
• Ability to accurately prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to perform successfully within time constraints and meet deadlines.
• Capacity to work independently in a self-directed manner, as well as in close collaboration with others.
• Willingness to abide by the professional fundraising ethics and principle s as adopted by the Association of Fundraising Professionals.

Required Vaccinations and TB Test.

AuMHC has prioritized the health and safety of our clients and staff and requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, receive an annual influenza (flu) shot, and receive negative TB test results prior to their first day of hire. Proof of both vaccinations and negative TB test will be required upon your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions may be requested for either COVID 19 vaccine or annual flu shot.

Salary for this role.

Salary is based on 1.0 FTE (full time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Less than 40 hours/week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE. Salary is also based on experience and company equity.

• $47,548.80 - $71,308.22

Benefits:

• Health insurance: Kaiser
• Dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)
• Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability coverage*
• 403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employment
• Accrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, plus 10 Paid Company Holidays, and 2 floating holidays (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Short term disability*

• Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or more

Our Mission.

The Aurora Mental Health Center (AuMHC) is dedicated to helping people Live Life to the Fullest. If you are passionate about our Core Values; Passionate Caring, Rising to the Challenge, Honoring and Respecting all Persons, Believe in Resilience and Putting Client and Community First, we would like to invite you to join our family!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

AuMHC and subsidiaries are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We are committed to maintaining an environment that respects the dignity of each individual in our community. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.

Diversity Statement.

We are committed to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to ensure that it is interwoven into the fabric of our organization. We support and nourish an inclusive and welcoming environment for employees from diverse backgrounds.