JC BestCare LLC
Medicaid Grant Writer
Full Time • North Liberty
Position Summary
Brief but strategic:
The Medicaid Grant Writer is responsible for identifying, developing, and submitting grant proposals focused on Iowa Medicaid programs, behavioral health services, and federal/state funding opportunities. This role supports organizational growth by securing sustainable funding aligned with HCBS, waiver services, and behavioral health initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Break this into 3 categories for clarity:
A. Grant Development & Writing
- Research and identify Iowa Medicaid, DHS, HHS, SAMHSA, and foundation funding opportunities
- Write, edit, and submit competitive grant proposals and RFP responses
- Develop program narratives aligned with Medicaid waiver services (e.g., HCBS, habilitation, substance use treatment)
- Coordinate data collection, budgets, and supporting documentation
B. Medicaid & Compliance Alignment
- Interpret Iowa Medicaid rules, managed care requirements, and waiver guidelines
- Ensure proposals align with:
- HCBS regulations
- Iowa Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) priorities
- CMS funding frameworks
- Track grant deliverables and reporting requirements
C. Strategy & Relationship Building
- Build relationships with:
- Iowa HHS
- Managed Care Organizations (Amerigroup, Iowa Total Care, Molina)
- Community partners
- Advise leadership on funding strategy and expansion opportunities
- Maintain a grants pipeline and calendar
Required Qualifications
Keep this specific (this is what filters strong candidates):
- Bachelor’s degree (Master’s in Social Work, Public Health, or Public Administration preferred)
- 3–5+ years of grant writing experience
- Proven success securing grants ($ amounts highly preferred)
- Knowledge of:
- Medicaid systems (especially Iowa preferred)
- Behavioral health / HCBS / disability services
- Strong technical writing and budgeting skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with:
- Iowa Medicaid Waivers (HCBS, SUD, Mental Health)
- SAMHSA, HRSA, CMS grants
- Background in:
- Nonprofit or healthcare agencies
- Familiarity with grant platforms (e.g., Grants.gov)
KPIs / Performance Metrics
This is what makes the role robust:
- Number of grant submissions per quarter
- Total dollars applied for vs. secured
- Win rate (%)
- Compliance accuracy (zero submission errors)
- Pipeline growth
Compensation: $51,304.00 - $65,230.00 per year
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