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Position Purpose:
We are seeking a dynamic team player to join us in our mission at Rosecrance Behavioral Health. As a vital member of our team, you will collaborate closely with the Executive Director, alongside other staff leaders and dedicated community volunteers. Together, we aim to surpass our fundraising objectives to support both the unrestricted and restricted needs of our organization.
This role will place a significant emphasis on cultivating major gifts and orchestrating successful special events. Your efforts will play a pivotal role in sustaining our mission and ensuring the continued success of our initiatives with a regional focus spanning Northern Illinois (excluding Chicagoland) and Champaign County.
Qualifications/Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Minimum five to seven years of progressively responsible fund development experience with a focus on major gifts
- Demonstrated track record of successfully cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding high-level donors and prospects
- Additional experience in the development and execution of special events
- Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills—both oral and written
- Outstanding relationship management skills.
- Ability to identify funding opportunities and match them with donor and prospect interests.
- Ability to articulate the case for private support so that individuals understand the vision and strategy of Rosecrance and choose to invest in the mission
- History of independently writing successful grant and major gift proposals
- Comprehensive knowledge of fundraising best practices
- Campaign experience and/or CFRE a plus
- Ability to work independently and with limited supervision, in addition to being a “team player”
- Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with CRM (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce)
- Belief in the mission and vision of Rosecrance
- Reliable transportation for regular travel
Essential Responsibilities:
Fundraising Responsibilities
- Serve as a strategic thought partner with the Executive Director to incorporate major gift, special events, and grant seeking and cause marketing strategies into the Foundation fund development plan.
- Pursue data-driven strategy for individual giving growth (major, planned, special event) in the assigned region.
- Manage a portfolio of donor prospects, focused primarily on major gift prospects of 5 and 6-figure potential (but also including leadership annual giving, corporate, and foundation prospects) to qualify, cultivate, solicit, and close gifts.
- Plan and execute annual springtime fundraising benefit in Rockford, IL (~700 guests).
- Recruit and facilitate fundraising and networking activities of the developing young professionals board, the President’s Leadership Council.
- In partnership with Executive Director, identify and leverage opportunities to engage Board members and other volunteers to consider significant personal gifts and open doors to new donors.
- Develop and maintain close collaborative partnerships within Rosecrance operating units (e.g., Executive Office, Communications, Brand Strategy, Business Development, Finance and Human Resources) to gain a strong understanding of programs and initiatives to identify and define opportunities for private support.
- Plan and implement cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors/prospects (including participating in strategic phone calls and F2F meetings, creating proposals, hosting site visits, writing thank you letters, hosting events, etc.)
- In partnership with the Executive Director and Rosecrance operating units, develop strategies to increase constituent pipelines. Constituents include Board, staff, clients, parents/family members, alumni, donors, corporations, foundations and more.
- Regularly maintain CRM database, including constituent data, meeting notes, proposals, contracts and gift information.
- Assist with other fundraising projects and activities as needed.
Leadership and Management Responsibilities
- Understand and adheres to all policies and procedures governed by federal and state guidelines regarding confidentiality and abuse reporting; embraces the Code of Conduct/Ethics policies.
- Develop and maintain professional and supportive relationships with all staff.
- Supervise the Special Events Coordinator.
Community Collaboration
- Support and promote the Rosecrance vision through participation in community or professional programs and events aligned with or useful to fund development and/or advancing the Rosecrance mission and brand
- Network with colleagues in the area on a cooperative and collaborative basis to advance the vision and mission.
Schedule: 8-hour shifts
- Shift: 8:30am - 5:00pm
- Monday thru Friday -- with additional hours as needed for events outside the normal business day
Work Location: Rosecrance Health Network – Rockford, IL
Benefits: Rosecrance values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Salary based on education, experience, and credentials
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options to meet your needs
- 401(k) plan with employer match and discretionary employer contribution
- Group Life Insurance including LTD and AD&D
- Tuition assistance and licensure/certification reimbursement
- Paid Time Off, sick time, bereavement leave
- Referral program earning up to $1,000 per hire!
- Wellness plan with certain facilities offering an on-site gym
About Us:
Rosecrance has been at the forefront of providing behavioral health services for over a century. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to overcome substance abuse and mental health challenges through evidence-based therapies and compassionate care. Join us in our mission to foster lasting recovery and transform lives.
We are committed to providing careers that make a difference in the lives of the people we serve and the people we employ. We do this through the work we do, our core mission and values, our employee resources, and especially through our purpose-driven community of opportunity and hope.
Health and Safety:
Committed to upholding a drug-free environment, we prioritize the safety and well-being of both our employees and those under our care. Our zero-tolerance policy extends to all forms of drug use, including marijuana. As a part of our hiring process, candidates are required to undergo an occupational health screening, further ensuring the safety and security of our workplace community.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and experience relevant to the requirements of the position.
