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Join Our Team
A career… and a calling!
Join the Rockford Rescue Mission team! You’ll be joining with others in a ministry that provides help and hope to change lives in Jesus’ name. It’s essential that all staff at RRM have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and subscribe to our Vision, Mission and Core Values.
We consider every position one of ministry and a vital and valued part of our team. Staff are encouraged and expected to share the Gospel as opportunities arise. Our workplace is unique and we are a ministry first and foremost. We respect the beliefs of all, but reserve and exercise our right to hire only those who share our faith convictions and beliefs.
We are looking for team members who….
- Want to make a difference in our community
- Are committed to inner-city mission ministry
- Desire to passionately share God’s love with those in need
- Are excited to develop relationships with donors and volunteers
- Enjoy preparing and serving meals
- Are dedicated to supporting men and women through life recovery
- Seek to serve and lead by prayer and spiritual guidance
And above all, a heart to serve that allows RRM to continue pursuing God’s work!
While Rockford Rescue Mission staff take care of others in our community, RRM works to take care of our staff members so they can best carry out their roles and missions.
- All full-time employees at Rockford Rescue Mission are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package – including medical, dental, and vision insurance; long-term and short-term disability insurance; life insurance; employer contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan; and paid sick, vacation, and holiday time off.
- Part-time staff members are also eligible for paid vacation hours and employer contributions to their 403(b) as part of their employment benefits at Rockford Rescue Mission.
Thank you for your interest in serving with us.
We’re glad you’re here to look at our current job opportunities! Rockford Rescue Mission is a nonprofit Christian ministry with the following job openings:
(click on links to apply to each position)
Chief Programs Officer (full-time)
Pursue the accomplishment of agreed-upon outcome goals for Life Recovery residents and Crisis guests by analyzing, strengthening, changing, systematizing and integrating the program and by providing motivation, direction, training and other assistance to the supervisors of respective programs. Rate: $67,800-$72,800/yr.
Receptionist (full-time)
Make every person who comes into contact with Rockford Rescue Mission either by telephone or in person to feel welcomed, encouraged and served in a Christlike manner. Rate: $15.50-$16.50/hour.
Church /Donor Relations Specialist (part-time)
Develop, coordinate and maintain the overall strategy for the Mission’s ministry to and with churches, parachurch ministries and ministry related organizations, and with other donor groups as assigned. Rate: $21-$23/hr.
Donor/Business Relations Specialist (full-time)
Cultivate and solicit all assigned donors and donor groups through stewardship strategies. Assist donors in achieving their stewardship goals. This will be accomplished through relationship building through various donor cultivation strategies. Rate: $22-$23/hr.
Cook (full-time and part-time)
Prepare and cook meals for residents and guests of Rockford Rescue Mission. Rate: $15.50-$16.75/hr.
Driver (part-time)
Under the supervision and direction of the Food Services Supervisor, safely and courteously pick up donations from designated donors and deliver to Rockford Rescue Mission. Rate: $15.50-$17/hr.
Child Care Assistant (part-time)
Care for and teach children in an age-appropriate, safe and secure Christian environment while resident mothers participate in daily program activities. Rate: $15.50-$17/hour.
Driver (part-time)
Under the supervision and direction of the Food Services Supervisor, safely and courteously pick up donations from designated donors and deliver to RRM. Rate: $15.50-$17/hr.
Men’s Life Recovery Resident Advocate (full-time)
Case-manage assigned residents by providing a comprehensive assessment that addresses the resident’s physical, emotional and spiritual health, support systems, educational needs and financial resources. Develop trusting relationships with residents to help them set and achieve goals. Actively participate in the character growth and development of residents. Offer advocacy and referral services. Provide assistance, encouragement, motivation and spiritual direction. Monitor safety and security of residents, visitors and volunteers. Rate: $19-$21/hour
Evening Coordinator (full-time)
Minister to the spiritual, social, emotional, cognitive and physical needs of homeless men seeking services from the Rockford Rescue Mission Ministries. Oversee the safety and security of all Crisis Program guests, visitors and volunteers within the RRMM facility. Rate: $16-$18/hour
Men’s Life Recovery Night Coordinator (part-time)
Oversee the overall physical, safety, and spiritual needs of men residing in the Recovery Program during the night and early morning hours. Maintain a safe, non-threatening, drug- and alcohol-free environment. Assist the Men’s Recovery Program staff in various clerical responsibilities. Be responsible for the security of the building complex housing the men’s programs at RRM in conjunction with the Night Crisis Supervisor. Rate: $16-$18/hour
Women’s Crisis Guest Advocate (part-time)
Minister to the spiritual, social, emotional, cognitive and physical needs of homeless individuals seeking emergency shelter from the Rockford Rescue Mission Ministries. Implement program policies and procedures. Provide assistance, encouragement, motivation and direction to all Crisis guests. Monitor safety and security of Crisis guests, visitors and volunteers. Maintain a non-threatening, drug- and alcohol-free environment. Be case manager for all guests who are not working full time. Be actively involved in the character growth and development of the women in the Crisis Program. Assist in the development of social and spiritual stability in the community as a contributing member in the following areas of responsibility: a strong work ethic, a sense of social accountability and a Christian example to family and friends. Rate: $18-$20/hr.
Associate/Cashier (part-time)
Check out customers in an efficient and Christlike manner. Assist in preparation of cash register drawers. Maintain the appearance of the sales floor by ensuring continual maintenance of all areas. This includes replacing/rearranging merchandise throughout the day to ensure everything is in the proper place and displayed in a neat, shopper-friendly way. Assist with timely transition from season to season and in the pricing of merchandise. Dress windows to attract customers and reflect the seasons. Rate: $15.50/hr.
Driver (part-time)
Drive the vehicle for the pickup service of Thrift Store, as well as be responsible for donations received through this service. Rate: $15.50-$17/hr.
