Contract Grant Writer (1099) – Behavioral Health & Housing Initiatives

Location: Remote (Preference for familiarity with Massachusetts and Florida)
Position Type: Independent Contractor (1099)
Compensation: Competitive (Hourly or Per-Project)

Join Us in Changing Lives

At The Transition House Inc./Inspire Counseling and Support Center, we believe every moment is an opportunity to inspire brighter, healthier futures. We're a team dedicated to uplifting individuals through behavioral health, housing, and supportive services — and now we’re looking for a skilled Grant Writer to help us expand that mission.

If you're passionate about creating positive change and ready to use your writing to impact lives, we invite you to join our cause.

Position Overview

As a Contract Grant Writer, you will be responsible for identifying, researching, and preparing compelling proposals for state-level funding in Massachusetts and Florida, with a focus on:

• Behavioral health programs

• Residential treatment and sober living

• Reentry support services

• Housing assistance for vulnerable populations

You’ll work closely with leadership and program teams to ensure our proposals reflect the heart of our mission and the needs of the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate relevant funding opportunities from agencies such as:

  • MA Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS)

  • MA Department of Public Health (DPH)

  • FL Department of Children and Families (DCF)

  • Florida Housing Finance Corporation

  • SHIP

  • Local Continuums of Care (CoCs)

• Write and submit comprehensive grant proposals, letters of intent, and supporting documentation (budgets, logic models, work plans).

• Collaborate with internal teams to gather data, shape proposal narratives, and meet all technical requirements.

• Maintain a grant calendar and manage submission timelines.

• Provide regular progress updates and participate in planning meetings.

Qualifications

• Proven success in writing and securing state or local grants, ideally in behavioral health, housing, or social services.

• Deep knowledge of funding systems in Massachusetts and/or Florida.

• Strong research, writing, and organizational skills.

• Ability to synthesize programmatic information into persuasive, data-driven proposals.

• Proficiency in using grant portals (e.g., COMMBUYS, MyFloridaMarketPlace, SAM).

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, public administration, psychology, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.

Preferred Experience

• Working with DCF-licensed (FL) or DPH-licensed (MA) providers.

• Knowledge of behavioral health licensing, CoC programs, and Medicaid-funded services.

• Based in or familiar with the needs of communities in MA or FL.

Why Join The Transition House?

Our culture is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and care — for our clients and our team. We know that to serve others well, we must also take care of ourselves. We foster a work environment that values:

• Flexibility and well-being

• Growth and professional development

• Work-life balance

• Genuine connection and purpose

Benefits for Contracted Staff May Include:

• Flexible scheduling

• Opportunities for continued learning

• Access to a supportive, mission-driven community

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Transition House Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and contractors, regardless of race, gender, orientation, background, or ability.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Start your journey with us and be part of something meaningful.