Grants & Service Development Specialist I
Job Location:
Nashville, TN - USA
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Job Summary
Centerstone is among the nations leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes peoples lives. A dynamic well-established organization we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Supports the development and submission of competitive grant and contract proposals that advance Centerstones strategic and service priorities.Assists withand conductsresearch drafting formatting andcoordinatingofproposal components. Contributes to business development pre-proposal assessment and proposal preparation activities.This role partnerswith team leadership and staffto ensure proposals are competitive compliant and aligned with enterprise goals.Exercises strong technical writing analytical and project management skills to produce proposals that meet funder specifications and internal standards for excellence.
Business Development & Pre-Proposal Planning
Reviews funding announcements and gathers relevant information to supportidentification ofopportunities aligned with organizational priorities.
Utilizes internal assessment tools to evaluate opportunity fit and prepare concise recommendations or summariestosupport informed pursuit decisions.
Conductsresearch on funders prior awards and competitive landscapes to inform team decision-making.
Compiles data and reference materials from reliable sources (e.g. public databases agency budgets prior proposals).
Participatesin pre-proposal and Initial meetings taking notes and tracking assigned follow-up actions.
Tracks funding cycles deadlines and pipeline activity to support proactive planning and readiness.
Proposal Development & Submission
Preparesassignedproposal materialsnarrative sectionsand supporting documents (e.g.résumés job descriptions charts tables maps) withteam leadership oversight.
Maintainsaccountabilityforassignments ensuring accuracy clarity and alignment with funder instructions and organizational standards.
Integrates business and stakeholder priorities into narratives while ensuring compliance readability and persuasiveness.
Reviews proposal materials for consistent formatting clarity and adherence to internal branding and writing standards.
Tracks completion of assigned tasks in project management tools and updates status reports as directed.
Participates in milestone meetings and group edit sessions providing feedback and incorporating revisions.
Provides timely progress updates ensuring assigned deliverables are completed according to project calendars.
Assists in final quality checks and the uploador submission of proposal materials.
Research Writing & Data Integration
Conducts research to collect accurate data statistics and citations for use in proposal narratives.
Organizes and presents data clearly using charts graphs and visuals that enhance readability and reviewer engagement.
Verifies sources for accuracy and credibility; ensures data aligns with proposal content and objectives.
Performs calculations and reasoning (e.g. percentages ratios projections) accurately and efficiently.
Applies writing and editing best practices to strengthen clarity grammar and consistency across assigned sections.
Post-Submission & Continuous Improvement
Tracks proposal status in funder systems and updates internal databases.
Assists in preparing responses to funder requests for clarifications or additional information.
Organizes and maintains post-submission files and documentation according to department standards.
Supports scheduling and preparation for debrief and award kick-off meetings.
Participates in debrief sessions following proposal outcomes to identify strengths and opportunities for improvement.
Captureslessons learned from proposal outcomes and contributes toinformfuture proposal strategy.
Administrative Coordination & Team Support
Performs general administrative and coordination duties to support proposal development and department operations.
Schedules meetings prepares agendas and records key discussion points or action items.
Maintains accurate organized digital and physical files to ensure accessibility and version control.
Uses Microsoft Office Adobe and related software for document preparation datapresentation and communication.
Provides logistical and technical support to ensure proposal materials are accurate complete and compliant.
Supports departmental tracking of proposals opportunities and submission outcomes.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Effectively communicate via written verbal in person and virtual methods
- Evidence of funding success strongly preferred
- Knowledge/understanding of program evaluation practices and familiarity with statistical methods data collection and research tracking methods
- Must be a skilled technical writer and communicator with the ability to compile and present data and statistics and to utilize the internet as a research tool
- Possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe software applications
- Possess strong written and verbal communication skills the ability to work independently and as member of a team and to work efficiently under deadlines
- Knowledge/understanding of program evaluation practices and familiarity with statistical methods data collection and research tracking methods
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Level
Requires a bachelors degree inthe behavioralsciences communications or a related field.
Years of Experience
- Must have at least two years of experience in technical grant proposal and/or academic writing completed in professional environments and/or as part of a bachelors or higher degree program.
- Requires strong technical writing and communication skills with the ability to compile and present data and statistics and to utilize the internet as a research tool.
- Must possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe software applications strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively while meeting deadlines efficiently.
Certification/Licensure
N/A
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Standing 20%
Sitting 80%
Squatting Occasional
Kneeling Occasional
Bending Occasional
Driving Occasional
Lifting Occasional
DISCLAIMER
The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
Time Type:
Full timePay Range:
$0.00--$0.00Delivering care that changes peoples lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:
Medical dental and vision health coverage
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
403b retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and ten paid holidays
AD&D Insurance Life Insurance and Long Term Disability (company paid)
Employee Resource Groups
Continuing education opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a persons merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.
At Centerstone we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect Expertise Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone and particularly rooted in our Culture.
Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment respect integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other our clients and the communities we serve.
Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality clinical risk and patient safety.
Required Experience:
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About Company
Centerstone, a nonprofit health system, provides a wide range of mental health & addiction treatments for adults, children, families, veterans & military.
