Grant Writer/Development Coordinator

Grant Writer/Development Coordinator Job Description

About The Selfhelp Home

Founded in 1938 as a refuge for Holocaust survivors, The Selfhelp Home honors its legacy of empathy and state-of-the-art care as an urban, independent non-profit home where older adults receive the highest quality of care in a culturally rich Jewish environment, while maintaining the highest rating of five stars by Medicare, awarded Best Nursing Homes by US News & World Report, and earning The Joint Commission Seal of Approval for Post-Acute Care and Nursing Care Center.

Selfhelp’s legacy of caring and compassion for fellow human beings is at the heart of everything we do for older adults and their families. Our 144-room home at 908 West Argyle Street offers independent and assisted living, skilled nursing and a short-term rehabilitation, and is recognized as a top-tier provider by Northwestern Hospital.

The Selfhelp Home is located in a densely populated urban setting, in the heart of Chicago’s multiethnic, multiracial North Side, with a large older Jewish population. Many residents are well into their 80s, 90s and beyond, with 43 of our 97 residents ranging from independent living through skilled nursing exhibiting symptoms of various stages of dementia.

About the Position:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Grant Writer/Development Coordinator to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in advancing the organization's mission by managing grant writing, reporting, and fundraising efforts. The Development Coordinator will work closely with the organization's Chief Development Officer to align development efforts with the overall strategic goals of The Selfhelp Home.

This is a full-time, hybrid/flexible position with a weekly commitment of 40 hours.

Responsibilities:

• Grant Writing: Research, write, and submit compelling grant proposals to secure funding for the organization's programs and initiatives.
• Reporting: Prepare and submit timely and accurate reports to the CDO and to grantors, showcasing the impact of their support and ensuring compliance with grant requirements.
• Fundraising: Support the development plans of Selfhelp, including organizing events, donor campaigns, and other initiatives.
• Administrative Support: Provide administrative support as requested, including record-keeping, data entry, donor acknowledgement letters, and other tasks related to development activities.

Qualifications:

• Background in grant writing, with a proven track record of successful grant applications.
• Experience in donor management and fundraising within a non-profit setting.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with donor management software. Experience with NEON CRM a plus.
• Knowledge of the Jewish philanthropy sector preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000 - $75,000 base salary

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings plan
• Lunch provided in the office

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, evening and weekend as needed

Work setting:

• Office in-person
• Home office hybrid/flexible