Grant Writer

Location: Springfield, MA

Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours | Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Compensation: Competitive annual salary of $80,000 - $90,000 is based on experience, complemented by an outstanding benefits package.

Our Culture & Mission: Care Finds a Way:

At the Center for Human Development (CHD), our guiding philosophy is Care Finds a Way. To us, this isn't just a motto—it is our daily practice and the heartbeat of our organization. For over 50 years, CHD has built an extraordinary reputation for quality, innovative services, and fiscal stability, growing into a $140 million organization powered by 1,800 dedicated staff members across Western Massachusetts and Connecticut.

We believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to thrive. Our culture is grounded in inclusivity, collaboration, and a deep commitment to protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. As a Grant Writer at CHD, your work directly fuels this mission by securing the resources needed to launch, sustain, and expand high-impact behavioral health and human service programs across our communities.

About the Role:

Reporting directly to the Director of Grants, the Grant Writer plays a vital role in advancing CHD’s strategic priorities. You will be responsible for identifying relevant grant opportunities and crafting compelling, high-quality proposals for local, state, and federal government grants, as well as private foundation support.

Working closely with program leaders and executive staff, you will help translate innovative ideas into funded reality by researching best practices, gathering data, and framing program designs that align with CHD's mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Proposal Development: Research, draft, and submit competitive grant applications for local, state, and federal government entities, as well as charitable foundations.


• Strategic Collaboration: Partner with program staff and senior leadership to gather necessary clinical, operational, and financial details for proposal development.


• Opportunity Identification: Proactively monitor and identify new public and private grant opportunities aligned with CHD’s strategic goals.


• Program Alignment: Research evidence-based practices and sector trends to support effective program planning within applications.


• Compliance & Quality: Ensure all submissions meet strict federal, state, and foundation guidelines, deadlines, and formatting standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.


• Experience: 3 to 5 years of proven grant writing experience, with a strong track record writing government grants across all levels (local, state, and federal).


• Communication: Exceptional written communication skills with the ability to convey complex social service programs in a clear, persuasive manner.


• Detail-Oriented: Outstanding research, organizational, and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.


• Mission-Driven: A passion for human services and a strong commitment to supporting CHD’s mission of community-oriented care.

Why Join CHD?

We value our employees as much as the communities we serve and offer a supportive, team-oriented work environment.

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision plans.


• Financial Wellness: Generous retirement plan options and competitive salary rates.


• Work-Life Balance: Set daytime schedule (Monday–Friday) with paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO).


• Professional Growth: Paid professional development opportunities, access to 200+ free certifications, and PSLF (Public Service Loan Forgiveness)


• Employee Perks: Wellness benefits, health class discounts, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).

At CHD, inclusion is a daily practice. We celebrate differences and strive to reflect on the diverse communities we serve.

Connect with our team today! If you are a seasoned grant writer ready to use your skills to make a lasting community impact, apply today to join our mission-driven team.