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Content Summary : Grant Writer at Santa Barbara, for Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse

Benefits :

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off

The Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (CADA) is seeking a Grant Writer to join our dedicated team in Santa Barbara. This role plays a vital part in advancing our mission by identifying and securing funding opportunities that support our programs and services.

As a Grant Writer, you’ll craft compelling grant proposals, research funding prospects, and collaborate closely with our team to align grant opportunities with our organizational goals. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful initiatives addressing substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges in our community.

Join a well-established nonprofit organization that has been serving Santa Barbara County since 1949 and help us make a difference in the lives of youth, adults, and families.

This is a full-time position, 30 hours per week. This position is remote-eligible, allowing for a work-from-home arrangement if needed. However, the selected candidate must live within one hour of Santa Barbara due to periodic in-office obligations.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required

Grant writing experience

Experience securing new funding opportunities; comprehensive knowledge of research, and the ability to distinguish and identify opportunities

Knowledge of grant application process, scoring criteria and funding cycles

Ability to work effectively under pressure, exceptional time management skills, and ability to meet deadlines

Excellent writing and verbal skills

Proficiency in research, interpreting, and analyzing diverse data

Excellent Computer skills (Microsoft Office Word, Access, PowerPoint and Excel), and database management skills

Motivated self-starter with the ability to work collaboratively and independently with purpose and accuracy in a fast-paced environment

Must reside within one hour of Santa Barbara, as some in-office attendance is required for meetings and presentations

Responsibilities :

Research and identify funding opportunities from government, corporate, foundation, and private sources

Write high-quality grant proposals, applications, and supporting documents

Ensure timely submission of proposals and grant reports to meet funding requirements

Maintain grant schedules, track submissions, and monitor reporting deadlines

Serve as the primary liaison with funding agencies and organizations

Collaborate with staff to draft letters of inquiry, concept papers, and proposals

Track and report the status of submitted proposals

Maintain and update a master file of pending grants and contracts

Stay informed on trends and updates in grant proposal standards and funding opportunities

Regularly meet with staff to discuss and align funding needs

Ensure compliance with organizational and state grant management policies

Advise staff on allowable expenditures for specific grants

Report grant progress and address issues to supervisors as needed

Maintain confidentiality regarding employee information

This is a full-time position, 30 hours per week, and is benefit eligible. Compensation is dependent on the level of prior experience and qualifications, with a salary range of $35-$45 per hour, and a rate increase potential for bilingual (Spanish / English).

In compliance with the California Department of Health Care Services, staff require an up-to-date Tuberculosis test during the duration of employment.

If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact HR via email at hr@cadasb.org or via phone at (805) 722-1313 with any questions.

Flexible work from home options available.

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Salary : $35 - $45

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