Director of Grants and Development

Job Description

Job Description

Join the most Innovative Team in Addiction Recovery!

Are you ready to be part of something truly unique? Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center is on the lookout for a passionate and innovative Director of Development to join our dynamic team. Located in the heart of Chicago, we are redefining recovery and want you to play a key role in helping deliver the best therapeutic outcomes for our patients. Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center is an award-winning addiction treatment center on the Westside of Chicago offering same-day, walk-in, free, behavioral, outpatient recovery services. Additionally, we offer early intervention, medical care, housing and employment support as well as street outreach.

Winner of a MacArthur Foundation award and recognized for its innovative programming at the national and state level, Above and Beyond is certified by the Joint Commission and is redefining recovery for all. We prioritize dignity, compassion and community-centered healing in our approach to treating addiction, for the most invisible and marginalized communities, with barrier free access for all.

Why Work With Us?

• Innovative Treatment: We break the mold with our evidence-based programs, providing numerous alternatives to traditional abstinence-based methods like AA.
• Comprehensive Care: All of our services are 100% free, ensuring that everyone has access to the support they need, regardless of their ability to pay.
• Community Impact: Be part of a team that is dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of individuals and families.
• Competitive Pay: $70K-80K – Including a 401K program and 5% match with immediate vesting. Salary is dependent on candidates experience, education, and aptitude.
• Full Benefits Package: Including medical (premiums covered at 100%), dental, vision, transit and more.
• Generous PTO: Enjoy an above-average number of paid time off days to recharge and relax.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a setting that values kindness, autonomy, and the lived experiences of our team members.

Responsibilities:

• Research, develop, and submit grant opportunities for the organization
• Acquire a deep understanding of Above and Beyond’s mission, history, and objective in order to secure funding from foundations and government agencies
• Stewarding and growing a portfolio of prospective donors and reinvigorating relationships with lapsed donors
• Create program development and evaluation tools and maintain budgeted costs and a complex work calendar.
• Help develop and grow relationships with partner organizations
• Foster an inclusive environment, encouraging our coworkers to utilize their different backgrounds to the advantage of the patients.
• Recognize potential opportunities and develop strategic plans for approach and execution on the fly.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Communications, Public Administration, or English PREFERRED
• Minimum 2 years of grant writing experience is REQUIRED
• Proven experience in a leadership role, preferably in managing government grants
• Experience managing a CRM/donor database such as DonorPerfect, Raiser’s Edge, Bloomerang, or Salesforce for nonprofits
• Demonstrated track record stewarding and closing major gifts
• Experience in pre- and post-award contract management including impact reporting

Ready to Make a Difference? Join us at Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center and be a part of a groundbreaking team that is changing the landscape of substance use and mental health treatment in Chicago. Apply today and help us create a brighter future for those we serve!