Job Description
Overview
We are seeking an experienced California-based Independent Contractor Grant Writer to support behavioral health and substance use treatment facility projects. This is a remote contract position for someone with a strong background in grant writing, fundraising, and behavioral health/substance use treatment services.
The ideal candidate has direct experience writing grants for behavioral health, mental health, and/or substance use treatment programs and understands the California funding landscape. We are looking for someone who can identify relevant opportunities, write compelling proposals, and demonstrate a strong track record of grant success.
- Responsibilities:
- Research and identify grant opportunities for behavioral health and substance use treatment facilities in California
- Write, edit, and submit grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting funding documents
- Assist with fundraising strategy and help identify public and private funding opportunities
- Work with leadership to gather program information, outcomes data, budgets, and required attachments
- Develop persuasive narratives that clearly communicate program impact and funding need
- Track submission deadlines, requirements, and reporting obligations
- Provide grant readiness and funding strategy support as needed
- Qualifications:
- Must be based in California
- Proven experience writing grants for behavioral health, mental health, and/or substance use treatment organizations
- Experience with fundraising and development support
- Strong understanding of California-based funding opportunities preferred
- Demonstrated track record of successful grant awards or fundraising outcomes
- Strong writing, editing, research, and organizational skills
- Able to work independently, communicate clearly, and meet deadlines
- Must be able to provide examples of success, references, or a summary of prior funded work
- Preferred Experience:
- Experience with residential treatment, detox, IOP, PHP, outpatient, or community behavioral health programs
- Familiarity with California behavioral health systems, county funding opportunities, or nonprofit/public grant environments
- Experience supporting both grant writing and broader fundraising efforts
Compensation:
Compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated success. Please include your resume, rate, and a brief summary of your grant/fundraising track record when applying.
Pay: From $50.00 per hour
Work Location: Remote
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