Presbyterian Living

Development Specialist, Grants & Communication

Presbyterian Living  •  $56k - $84k/yr  •  Skokie, IL (Onsite)  •  5 months ago
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Job Description

Pay: $56,000 to $84,300 Annual Salary (Based on years of experience)

Amazing Benefits You'll Love:

  • Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
  • Paid Time Off (PTO): With rollover and sellback options
  • Retirement Savings: 403(b) with employer match
  • Disability Coverage: Long-term and short-term plans
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support services
  • Continuing Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and scholarship programs
  • Life Insurance: Multiple coverage options to protect loved ones
  • Commuter Benefits: public transportation and mileage reimbursement
  • Pet Insurance: Coverage for pet’s health and wellbeing
  • Chaplain Counseling: Onsite 24/7 availability for spiritual and emotional support

Wellness & Lifestyle Perks:

  • Wellhub: Gym benefit for fitness and health
  • Onsite Fitness Centers: Convenient access to gym facilities
  • Employee Engagement: Organize events to build community
  • Financial Counseling: Professional advice for financial wellbeing
  • Mentorship Program: Guidance and career development

🌟 What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Study and understand the history, structure, objectives, programs, and financial needs of the organization.
  • Research grant opportunities from government and non-government agencies.
  • Draft grant proposals and supporting documents based on the funding requirements of the organization. Ensures all application requirements are successfully met and information submitted is thorough and accurate.
  • Generates revenues for Presbyterian Homes programs and services through timely submission of well-researched, well-written and well-documented fund-raising proposals.
  • Writes and prepares required follow up reports to government, foundations, and other funders.
  • Acts as liaison between Foundation and campus operational staff.
  • Completes special projects as needed to support the organization. Create new and innovative ideas for communicating foundation work, special campaigns, and impact.
  • Creates, coordinates, and implements the production of annual reports and direct mail solicitations, newsletters, special mailings, brochures, supporting materials and event promotional materials.
  • At the direction of Senior Director of Development, undertakes other development or marketing projects from time to time.

🔍 What We’re Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s degree or Certification as a Fund-Raising Professional a plus.
  • Three to five years of fund raising, public relations, and special events coordination experience a plus.
  • Genuine interest in a fund-raising career and an appreciation for the elderly.
  • Must be very organized and a self-starter.
  • Ability to follow through on assignments and work independently to completion.
  • Must possess enthusiasm, mature judgment; organizational skills and the ability to successfully plan the work and implement that plan are essential.
  • Excellent communication skills, written, oral and visual.

✨ Why Join Our Team?
At Presbyterian Living, we don’t just offer jobs — we offer careers with heart. Join a warm, passionate team that values service and community. Work somewhere where your talents are appreciated and your growth is supported every step of the way!

Presbyterian Living

About Presbyterian Living

At Presbyterian Living, our team members are the heart and soul of our organization! Together, we create fulfilling, comfortable, and worry-free environments for our community members. We offer meaningful work, competitive compensation, fantastic benefits, and ample opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Since 1904, we’ve been passionate about building vibrant communities for older adults that inspire wellness, independence, joy, and security—enriching the lives of our residents and their families. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization, we embrace individuals from all backgrounds in various roles, including nursing, nursing management, dining services, development, activities, fitness, corporate positions, and much more!

We offer a full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of older adults at our welcoming campus locations:

Westminster Place (Evanston, IL)

Lake Forest Place (Lake Forest, IL)

The Moorings (Arlington Heights, IL)

Be a part of our mission to help older adults live their best lives!

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Skokie, Illinois
Year Founded
Unknown
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