Grants Writer Manager Job at La Rabida Children's Hospital in Chicago

DescriptionLa Rabida Children's Hospital is hiring a full-time Grants Writer Manager for our Fund Development department in Chicago, IL. At La Rabida Children's Hospital, our mission is simple: we're dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life for each of our patients with complex conditions, disabilities, and chronic illness. The path to completing this mission, however, is often complicated. Fortunately, we've got the best team around. If you are looking for your next career opportunity to partner with a compassionate multidisciplinary collaborative team, we have the job for you. Job Summary: La Rabida Children's Hospital is seeking a skilled and motivated Grants Manager to lead the development, submission, and management of government grant proposals at the State, Federal, City, and County levels. This role is critical to securing funding that supports the hospital's mission and strategic initiatives. The Grants Manager will identify opportunities, write and coordinate proposals, and ensure compliance with all reporting requirements. Ideal candidates will have experience with healthcare grants, including Medicaid/Medicare, IDPH, and SAMHSA, and a strong understanding of healthcare delivery and care coordination.Essential Grants Writer Manager Functions: Research, identify and analyze new funding opportunities from government agencies that would apply to the La Rabida mission.Manage existing grants and oversee the management, maintenance/renewal and reporting.Develop, write, edit and submit grant proposals on deadlines that include project description, budgetary guidelines and evaluation.Work with program staff, financial staff, and development staff to create narrative, evaluation expectations, and budget components of proposals and reports in a timely and effective manner.Attend departmental meetings to ensure staying up to date with program progress and accomplishments.Develop and maintain relationships with representatives from grant agencies and familiarize them with our mission, programs and services.Identify and utilize a grant management system for tracking and project management.Maintain a calendar related to grant funding opportunities, including proposal due dates, RFP release dates, and annual grant and contract opportunities.Other duties as assignedWhat we need from you:Education: Bachelors Degree Required. Masters Degree Preferred.Related Work Experience: 3+ years successful grants manager experience (Preferred in Non-Profit or health care industry.)Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrated success in identifying and securing public and private funding. Experience with community-based health care, Infant and children, chronic illness, mental illness, or other issues affecting our client population.What you will receive: Competitive Salary Medical, Dental, and Vision Pet Insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Life & Disability Insurance Retirement Savings Plans & Matching Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays Free Parking Free Lunch every last Friday of the month in the hospital cafeteriaCompensation Information:$64,439.30 - $75,000.00.Who we are: La Rabida is a place unlike any other. We understand the needs of families with children dealing with the most serious or complicated of conditions. With teams of the best healthcare providers in Chicago, we give continuous, comprehensive care, education and support, helping families face their unique obstacles head on. La Rabida Children's Hospital is very proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. #INDLAR2025Required SkillsLEVEL AND TYPE OF INTERACTIONS WITH OTHERS:Frequent independent interaction with Managers, Department heads, Senior Management and hospital staff.QUALIFICATIONS:Education: Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferredRelated Work Experience: Minimum three years successful grants manager experience (Preferred in Non-Profit or health care industry)Licensure/Certification: NoneSpecialized Knowledge and Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, fundraising software (e.g., Raiser's Edge). Excellent writing, verbal editing, research and interpersonal communication skills.Superior problem solving, analytical, decision making & team building skillsDetail oriented and ability to interact effectively with all levels of managementWell organized with ability to manage and prioritize multiple projectsExcellent comprehensive knowledge of grant preparation and administration principles. Demonstrated success in identifying and securing public and private funding. Relevant experience includes not only professional advocacy on behalf of others, but personal experience with community-based health care, Infant and children, chronic illness, mental illness, or other issues affecting our client population.