Grants Manager at Newport Mental Health

Middletown, Rhode Island, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Grants Administration, Grant Writing, Compliance Management, Post-Award Management, Project Management, Leadership, Interpersonal Communication, Microsoft Office, Monday.com, Intern Supervision, Financial Reporting, Strategic Planning

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description WHO WE ARE… Newport Mental Health (NMH) is a progressive high-energy organization that uses state of the art person-centered recovery approach to help individuals recover from mental illness and substance use disorders. NMH extends its trauma informed evidence-based services to children, adolescents, families, and adults. Our services vary from outreach, specialized program, mental health, school-based therapy, substance use therapy, community-based therapy, and outpatient clinic. For more information visit our website: www.newportmentalhealth.org WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR… Mission- Aligned: You are excited to be a part of Newport Mental Health’s mission to improve the lives of our clients living and working in Newport County by providing the highest quality of care. Ally: You intentionally foster belonging, personal growth, and empowerment for all. You’re a strong advocate for the BIPOC, LQBTQIA+, Woman, Veteran, and other underrepresented communities. Solution Orientated: You are driven to think of different approaches to narrow the gap which leads to positive and effective changes. Time Management: You are a conscious planner and a thoughtful decision maker who adheres to deadlines. WHAT WE OFFER… Excellent Health and Dental Insurance Vacation, Sick and Personal time accrued biweekly. Up to 11 Paid Holidays Retirement program through Mutual of America Additional supplemental insurance programs Tuition reimbursement Mileage reimbursement Employer paid life insurance Flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care (DCA) spending accounts. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (ESSENTIAL DUTIES) … The Grants Manager oversees the full lifecycle of all federal and state grants, from opportunity identification and pre-award planning to post-award management, compliance, reporting, and continuous improvement. This position also develops and supervises the grants and philanthropy intern pipeline, creating structured workflows that support organizational priorities and professional growth. As a key liaison across departments, the Manager ensures timely execution of grant requirements, centralizes information flow, and provides leadership with actionable insights on funding performance and capacity. By combining strategic grant management, operational oversight, and talent development, this role strengthens the organization’s funding strategy and ensures sustainable support for mission-driven program ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Grant Opportunity Strategy & Pre-Award Planning Conduct internal reviews of program needs and assess feasibility of external funding Maintain grants calendar to guide early-stage planning and prioritization Identify and evaluate funding opportunities based on alignment, eligibility, timelines, and capacity Research funding sources via materials, listservs, meetings, and correspondence Coordinate internal input to support go/no-go decisions and assess organizational readiness Grant Management, Compliance & Operations Supervise the full lifecycle of all federal and state grants, including applications, reporting, renewals, and amendments Oversee grant writing for proposals, editing all content before final submission Monitor deliverables, deadlines, and compliance requirements Maintain detailed grant records and documentation Manage and improve grant and intern tracking systems Prepare internal reports, analyze data for trends, and implement process improvements Facilitate collaboration across development, finance, and program teams Assist with departmental event planning Represent Newport Mental Health professionally at internal and external events Intern Pipeline Development & Supervision Supervise grants and philanthropy interns, including workload management and professional development Develop and refine intern workflows and supervision models Support expansion of a structured intern pipeline with internal and external partners Other duties: Perform all other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager. Attend trainings and meetings as assigned. Adhere to safety policies including participation in fire/disaster drills. Requirements WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU… Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years of experience in grants administration, grant management, or a related role. Strong documentation practices and ability to maintain institutional knowledge related to grants and compliance. Demonstrated experience with post-award grant management, compliance, and reporting. Strong leadership and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to manage and mentor interns or staff. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and grant tracking systems such as Monday.com. Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently while coordinating across teams. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience managing awarded grants and financial reporting. Familiarity with nonprofit compliance and reporting requirements. APPLY NOW Submitting your application is a great way to learn more about Newport Mental Health. If you have questions about how your experience aligns with our job openings or know someone who would be a great candidate for our job openings, please contact Human Resources: Human Resources Newport Mental Health 42 Valley Road Middletown, RI 02842 Tel: 401-846-1213 Fax: 401-324-6251 Newport Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Responsibilities

Oversees the full lifecycle of federal and state grants, including opportunity identification, application, compliance, and reporting. Additionally, manages the grants and philanthropy intern pipeline to support organizational funding strategies.