Community Catalyst Grant Manager

Date Posted: Sep 17, 2024

Requisition ID: 449654

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

About the Family & Social Services Administration (FSSA):

The Division of Mental Health and Addiction within the Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) sets care standards for the provision of mental health and addiction services to Hoosiers. DMHA is committed to ensuring that clients have access to quality services that promote individual, family and community resiliency and recovery.

The division also certifies all community mental health centers and addiction treatment services providers. DMHA operates six psychiatric hospitals (NeuroDiagnostic Institute, Evansville Psychiatric Children’s Center, Evansville State Hospital, Logansport State Hospital, Madison State Hospital and Richmond State Hospital). DMHA provides funding support for mental health and addiction services to target populations with financial need and administers federal funds earmarked for substance abuse prevention projects.

Salary:

This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $47,320. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.

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Role Overview :

This role serves as the primary manager for The Community Catalyst Grant Program which aims to promote innovative, collaborative, and sustainable local and community-driven responses to mental health and substance use disorder issues. Recently established, this grant is part of the coronavirus response legislation, House Enrolled Act (HEA 1001), and provides funds to organizations that offer community-driven responses to mental health and substance use issues and focuses on one or more priority populations; BIPOC, LGBTQ+, Rural, Victims of domestic violence, youth who have experienced significant trauma, people who are or have been justice-involved. You will manage these grants, monitoring distribution, compliance, and all related reporting requirements and serve as the primary DMHA point of contact for awardees.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Research and identify sources of external funds and create or develop proposals to secure funds for new grant opportunities and grant renewal opportunities.

• Evaluate work plans and timelines to ensure submission of state or federal grant applications and program reports in a timely manner.

• Provide guidance and assistance to staff and the community on the types of grants available, federal and agency requirements for obtaining grants, and the process of applying for grants.

• Assist potential recipients in the grant application process making recommendations on possible changes, writing, and/or reviewing grant applications.

• Review submitted grant applications and assess the applicant’s eligibility for award based on established criteria.

• Make recommendations to supervisors and grant authority on the needs of potential recipients.

• Analyze project costs and prepare budget justifications and budget revisions for awarded grants.

• Monitor the implementation, management, evaluation, and close-out of grants according to rules and regulations.

• Ensure a grantee’s compliance with the conditions of grants by coordinating agreements, contracts, expenses, activities, and federal and state regulations.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Five (5) years of relevant experience in grant programs, program planning, public administration, and related fields.

• Extensive knowledge of grants, the grant application process, and the rules and regulations pertaining to grants applicable to assigned programs.

• Extensive knowledge of programs, program planning, public administration, and the political system as they relate to the grant process.

• Ability to interpret and apply grant rules, regulations, and procedures.

• Ability to research new procedures, rules, and regulations.

• Effective communication skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities

• Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

• 150 hours of paid new parent leave

• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

  Equal Employment Opportunity:

  The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.

  If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected] .

  The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

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