Head of Development (Remote)

Rosecrance Behavioral Health; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D

Tuition assistance & licensure/cert. /

Wellness program with on-site gym

Daily pay via UKG Wallet

Job summary

Rosecrance Behavioral Health seeks a Director of Development to lead philanthropic revenue initiatives. You will collaborate with leadership and volunteers to meet unrestricted and restricted funding needs, building compelling cases for private support and guiding major gift and grant strategies.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a proven track record in fundraising, grant writing, and donor stewardship, with willingness to travel for events and meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or related to behavioral health services.
• Extensive experience in fund development with focus on major gifts.
• Experience in development and execution of special events.
• Strong ability to communicate the case for private support.
• History of independently writing grant and major gift proposals.
• Knowledge of fundraising best practices.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and be a team player.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with CRM (Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce).
• Reliable transportation for regular travel.
• Irregular, evening, and weekend events may be required.

Skills

Fundraising expertise

Major gifts

Event planning

Grant writing

Communication

CRM (Raiser’s Edge)

CRM (Salesforce)

Travel readiness

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral health or related field

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Salesforce

Job description

At Rosecrance , we’ve been leading the way in behavioral health services for over a century. Our team empowers individuals and families to overcome substance use and mental health challenges through compassionate care and evidence-based therapies. We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and help deliver on our mission of hope and recovery.

The Director of Development works with leadership, other internal stakeholders, and community volunteers to meet and exceed goals for raising philanthropic revenue to meet unrestricted and restricted needs of Rosecrance Health Network. Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field or related to behavioral health services.

• Extensive experience of progressively responsible fund development with a focus on major gifts
• Additional experience in the development and execution of special events
• Strong ability to effectively communicate the case for private support, helping individuals understand Rosecrance’s vision and strategy, and inspiring them to invest in our mission
• History of independently writing successful grant and major gift proposals
• Comprehensive knowledge of fundraising best practices
• Ability to work independently and with limited supervision, in addition to being a “team player”
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with CRM (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce)
• Maintain reliable personal transportation for regular travel
• This may include irregular, evening, and weekend events.

Schedule: 8-hour shifts

Shift:

Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm

Remote:

Must reside within 30 miles of Champaign for onsite meetings

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options to meet your needs)
• Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D
• Tuition assistance & licensure/certification reimbursement
• Wellness program, including an on-site gym at select facilities
• Daily pay available through UKG Wallet for financial flexibility

Rosecrance has been at the forefront of providing behavioral health services for over a century. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to overcome substance abuse and mental health challenges through evidence-based therapies and compassionate care. We do this through the work we do, our core mission and values, our employee resources, and especially through our purpose-driven community of opportunity and hope.

Our Health and Safety Commitment

We maintain a zero-tolerance drug-free environment, including marijuana, to prioritize safety for staff and clients. Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Our Partnerships

MSEP (Military Spouse Employment Partnership).