Grant Writer

Center for Human Development (CHD) • Springfield, MA

8d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At the Center for Human Development (CHD), our guiding philosophy is Care Finds a Way. For over 50 years, CHD has built an extraordinary reputation for quality, innovative services, and fiscal stability, growing into a $140 million organization powered by 1,800 dedicated staff members across Western Massachusetts and Connecticut. We believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to thrive. Our culture is grounded in inclusivity, collaboration, and a deep commitment to protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. As a Grant Writer at CHD, your work directly fuels this mission by securing the resources needed to launch, sustain, and expand high-impact behavioral health and human service programs across our communities. Reporting directly to the Director of Grants, the Grant Writer plays a vital role in advancing CHD’s strategic priorities. You will be responsible for identifying relevant grant opportunities and crafting compelling, high-quality proposals for local, state, and federal government grants, as well as private foundation support. Working closely with program leaders and executive staff, you will help translate innovative ideas into funded reality by researching best practices, gathering data, and framing program designs that align with CHD's mission.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3 to 5 years of proven grant writing experience, with a strong track record writing government grants across all levels (local, state, and federal).
• Exceptional written communication skills with the ability to convey complex social service programs in a clear, persuasive manner.
• Outstanding research, organizational, and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• A passion for human services and a strong commitment to supporting CHD’s mission of community-oriented care.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research, draft, and submit competitive grant applications for local, state, and federal government entities, as well as charitable foundations.
• Partner with program staff and senior leadership to gather necessary clinical, operational, and financial details for proposal development.
• Proactively monitor and identify new public and private grant opportunities aligned with CHD’s strategic goals.
• Research evidence-based practices and sector trends to support effective program planning within applications.
• Ensure all submissions meet strict federal, state, and foundation guidelines, deadlines, and formatting standards.

Benefits

• Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Generous retirement plan options and competitive salary rates.
• Set daytime schedule (Monday–Friday) with paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Paid professional development opportunities, access to 200+ free certifications, and PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
• Wellness benefits, health class discounts, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level