What are the responsibilities and job description for the VISTA Grant Writer (11112) position at Baltimore Crisis Response, Inc.?
VISTA Grant Writer
📍 Baltimore, Maryland
🕒 Full-Time | Service Position | On-site/Hybrid (as applicable)
🌱 AmeriCorps VISTA Position | Capacity-Building Focus
Strengthening Resources to Expand Life-Saving Services
About Us
CarePoint Response, Inc. (CPR) is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization and Baltimore City’s only comprehensive crisis response system. Since 1992, CPR has been dedicated to providing compassionate, community-based behavioral health crisis services for individuals and families experiencing mental health and substance use challenges.
The Opportunity
CPR is seeking a VISTA Grant Writer to strengthen the organization’s fundraising and resource development capacity during a period of rapid growth.
This role is designed to build sustainable systems that support long-term funding, helping CPR maximize its expansion and deepen its impact across Maryland communities. The VISTA member will collaborate with staff, leadership, and external stakeholders to develop strategic funding approaches and enhance organizational capacity.
What You’ll Do
Through this position, you will help CPR:
🎓 High school diploma or GED (required)
🎓 Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Communications, or a related field (strongly preferred)
🌐 English proficiency required
Core Skills & Competencies
💬 Strong written and verbal communication skills
📝 Writing and editing proficiency (grant writing experience a plus)
💻 Computer and technology proficiency
📊 General business and administrative skills
🤝 Teamwork and collaboration
📣 Marketing and outreach awareness
💡 Entrepreneurial mindset and initiative
How To Apply
⚠️ Applicants must also apply through the AmeriCorps portal:
👉 www.my.americorps.gov
📍 Baltimore, Maryland
🕒 Full-Time | Service Position | On-site/Hybrid (as applicable)
🌱 AmeriCorps VISTA Position | Capacity-Building Focus
Strengthening Resources to Expand Life-Saving Services
About Us
CarePoint Response, Inc. (CPR) is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization and Baltimore City’s only comprehensive crisis response system. Since 1992, CPR has been dedicated to providing compassionate, community-based behavioral health crisis services for individuals and families experiencing mental health and substance use challenges.
The Opportunity
CPR is seeking a VISTA Grant Writer to strengthen the organization’s fundraising and resource development capacity during a period of rapid growth.
This role is designed to build sustainable systems that support long-term funding, helping CPR maximize its expansion and deepen its impact across Maryland communities. The VISTA member will collaborate with staff, leadership, and external stakeholders to develop strategic funding approaches and enhance organizational capacity.
What You’ll Do
- Research and identify potential funding sources, including foundations, grants, and charitable contributions
- Develop, write, edit, and submit grant proposals and funding applications (including NOFOs)
- Support the creation of a comprehensive fundraising plan with clear goals and objectives
- Collaborate with program staff, leadership, and board members to gather information and align funding strategies
- Help coordinate partnerships with external stakeholders and behavioral health providers
- Assist in developing strategies to diversify and strengthen CPR’s revenue streams
Through this position, you will help CPR:
- Establish sustainable fundraising systems and processes
- Increase access to charitable funding and grant opportunities
- Strengthen administrative capacity to support organizational growth
- Expand services to reach more communities in need
🎓 High school diploma or GED (required)
🎓 Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Communications, or a related field (strongly preferred)
🌐 English proficiency required
Core Skills & Competencies
💬 Strong written and verbal communication skills
📝 Writing and editing proficiency (grant writing experience a plus)
💻 Computer and technology proficiency
📊 General business and administrative skills
🤝 Teamwork and collaboration
📣 Marketing and outreach awareness
💡 Entrepreneurial mindset and initiative
How To Apply
⚠️ Applicants must also apply through the AmeriCorps portal:
👉 www.my.americorps.gov