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)