CarePoint Health is one of New Jersey’s leading health care systems comprised of three long-standing and highly-regarded hospitals – Christ Hospital in Jersey City, Hoboken University Medical Center and Bayonne Medical Center. CarePoint united three area hospitals to provide 360-degree-coordinated care by integrating the medical facilities and physician networks associated with these institutions. With over 4,500 employees, CarePoint is the largest private employer in Hudson County, New Jersey and each year provides care to over 300,000 individuals.

CarePoint prides itself on its patient-focused approach to care delivery, with an emphasis on preventative medicine, health education, and disease management. Leveraging its vast network of physicians and healthcare experts, CarePoint is quickly becoming recognized as a leader in the broader healthcare landscape as it pioneers creative solutions to address urgent population health needs.

The Grant Writer is responsible for the research, development, writing, submission, tracking and administration of all grant applications for the health system.

• Responsible for conducting the full range of activities required to prepare, submit and manage grant proposals to federal, state, foundation, etc. sources
• Develop an understanding of the health system’s history, service lines, and programs
• Conduct needs assessment, statistical analysis and background research related to grant proposals and submittals
• Research grants programs and plans
• Work with departments within the health system to gather information necessary to prepare applications to federal, state, foundation, etc. sponsors
• Furnish prospective funders with supporting documents
• Maintain current records pertaining to status of where prepared grants stand
• Participate in the development of strategies for establishing partnerships at the local, state, and national level in order to advance the mission and goals of the health system
• Network with representatives from the public and private sectors
• Perform any and all other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or other related field required
• At least 3+ years’ of professional grant writing and RFP experience in a nonprofit setting, including health and human services, workforce development, and mental health counseling/addiction treatment service
• Grant Professional Certification a plus
• Ability to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, research capability, and knowledge of Microsoft Excel/Word
• Experience in successful management of multiple concurrent projects to meet deadlines
• Strong organizational skills, ability to work in a complex fast-paced and high-profile environment with short deadlines, competing priorities and intense pressure to perform
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, exercising a high degree of initiative

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with Company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Advancement and career development opportunities

Covid-19 and Influenza Vaccinations are a requirement for employment at CarePoint Health. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical or religious exemption from CarePoint.

CarePoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.