# Development and Grant Associate > Bright Harbor Healthcare · Toms River, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-09-14 **Salary:** USD 49,000–54,000 **Workplace:** on_site **Department:** Development ## Description The Development and Grants Associate supports the comprehensive efforts of Bright Harbor Healthcare with the primary responsibility for grant research, proposal development and grant-related writing. Working closely with the Development Team, this position also contributes to fund raising, donor and community engagement, special events, social media and agency communications, relationship development, and day-to-day operations of the Development Department. _**Position Title**_: Development and Grant Associate _**Position Type**_: full-Time 35 hours per week _**Benefits Eligible:**_ Yes _**Location**_: Toms River _**Department:**_ Development Responsibilities: - Research local, county, state, federal, foundation, corporate and other funding opportunities that align with BHH programs, strategic priorities and emerging community need. - Draft, edit and prepare high-quality grant proposals, applications letters of intent, concept papers, funding requests and supporting narratives. - Review notices of funding opportunities, requests for proposals and other solicitations and identify eligibility requirements, submission requirements, evaluation criteria, deadline and potential concerns - Coordinate application materials and assist with timely electronic and portal submissions - Assist with grant reporting, continuation applications, renewals, modifications and other post-award development activities as assigned - Assist with the planning and implementation of agency fundraising strategies, campaigns and appeals - Assist with planning, coordination and execution of fundraising events, community events, donor activities, program launches and other Development led initiatives - Attend community meetings networking meetings, networking events, coalition meetings, funder events and other external activities as assigned - Assist in the development and management of social media content that increases awareness of BHH programs, community impact, events, partnerships and development activities. Create, schedule and/or coordinate engaging social media posts and campaigns in collaboration with appropriate agency staff - Maintain organized electronic records, calendars, grant files, prospect information and Development Department tracking systems. Maintain an organized grant opportunity and deadline tracking system - Assist with data entry, mailing lists, contact records, event registrations and other routine Development functions ## Requirements - Bachelor's Degree in Communications, English, Non-Profit Management, Public Relations, Marketing, Social Sciences, Business or related field. Equivalent relevant professional experience may be considered. - Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience in grant writing, non-profit development, fundraising, communications or a related field preferred - Strong written, verbal, written, interpersonal and organization skills. Exceptional attention to detail and ability to synthesize complex programmatic and financial information into clear, compelling language - Demonstrated professional writing ability. - Proficiency with Microsoft Word and comfort learning grant ports, databases social media platforms, design tools and other technology - Ability to work independently while functional collaboratively as part of a fast-paced, highly responsive team. Ability to work with executive leadership, program staff, finance, community partners, funders and other stakeholders - Experience researching and interpreting government, foundation and/or corporate funding opportunities - Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. - Valid Driver's License and ability to travel locally as required ## Benefits **Full Benefits** - 12 Paid Holidays - Sick Days - Personal Days - Accrued Vacation Days - Medical/Dental/Vision - Company paid life insurance - 403B Plan with Company Match - Opportunities for training/education/Continuing Education Credits - Opportunities for Public Loan Forgiveness - Opportunities for Tuition Discounts from Participating Institution ## Apply [Apply at Bright Harbor Healthcare](https://apply.workable.com/brightharbor/j/55A38AC009/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)