--- title: Instructor/Advocate at Rockford Rescue Mission description: Rockford Rescue Mission is hiring for the Instructor/Advocate role in Rockford, IL. Pays $22.66 per hour. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/instructor-advocate-at-rockford-rescue-mission-01a0b3c7-62e2-7a1a-af31-ccdcfa4dc96b date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Rockford Rescue Mission as Instructor/Advocate in Rockford, IL. Pays $22.66 per hour. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/faklr1.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Rockford Rescue Mission | | **Location** | Rockford, IL | | **Salary** | $22.66/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 20, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Rockford Rescue Mission. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Rockford Rescue Mission. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $39,000 – $51,000 a year (median $45,000). ## Description **Rate: $22.66**   **PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITIES** - Conduct thorough intakes to assess the current needs of new shelter guests. - Create and present concepts across a variety of topics themed on personal and career development. - Regularly collaborate with department staff and attend trainings to provide services using a trauma-informed point of view. - Follow appropriate recordkeeping procedures to document needs and barriers. - Within the first 14 days, become certified to serve as a proctor in the Pearson VUE testing center. - Provide 1:1 assistance to residents, guests, and community members. - Be vigilant in reporting and documenting any inappropriate behaviors. - Serve in a manner which upholds the Mission’s standards of professionalism and Christ-centered ministry. - Monitor each guest’s progress and goals. Provide direction to encourage guests to complete tasks in a timely manner. - Maintain accurate documentation on case management services, incident reports, and outcomes. - Stay in compliance in both internal and external policies and procedures. - Serve as substitute instructor, proctor, or advocate for other classes when needed. - Collaborate with staff to adapt and improve programs and instructional content. - Ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. - Perform additional related duties as assigned. **HOMELESS SERVICES** - Maintain a working knowledge of community services to provide appropriate referrals to other agencies as needed. - Support partnerships with community organizations and businesses to introduce guests to career pathways, educational opportunities, and other support services. - Meet with guests to outline program guidelines and expectations. - Collaborate with other staff to identify guests who may benefit from transitioning into the Life Recovery program. - Regularly review guests’ personal and program goals to support their progress and long-term success. - Design, implement, and evaluate classroom content related to career development, vocational training, and educational opportunities. - Serve as a lifelong learner. **LIFE RECOVERY SERVICES** - Oversee Life Recovery residents scheduled time in the Connection Center. - Offer ideas and curriculum to increase participation and motivation of residents. - Engage with residents to develop relationships which foster spiritual growth and learning. - Collaborate with Life Recovery staff to implement new strategies and learning opportunities. - Monitor resident progress and assist in long-term career planning to promote success beyond program completion. - Assist residents in career-readiness and with job searching after completing the Life Recovery program. **COMMUNITY SERVICES** - Maintain compliance as a proctor in the Pearson VUE Testing Center according to policies and procedures. - Answer phones, make calls, correspond by email, and provide professional interactions - Assist walk-ins with ordering identification documents, cell phones, and other essential items. - Represent the Mission in a positive, professional manner at community functions, off-site events, and public engagements. - Ensure all public-facing areas and service spaces are consistently clean, organized, and welcoming. **SPIRITUAL RESPONSIBILITIES** - Take every opportunity to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with others. - Provide spiritual encouragement to staff, volunteers, guests, and residents. - Invest in the spiritual development of staff, guests, residents, and donors. Pray for and with staff, volunteers, guests, residents, and donors. - Ensure actions and policies reflect the Christian values and purpose of the Mission. - Handle relational conflicts according to the Staff Covenant of Romans 12:18 and Matthew 18:15-19. - Memorize monthly Scriptures, Mission Statement, and Mission Core Values. - Participate in corporate prayer and Scripture reading, staff chapel services, and all spiritual gatherings. - Support and attend annual mandatory Evangelism In-Service training to grow in knowledge of leading others to faith in Christ. - Participate in annual spiritual growth training through organization-selected curriculum. **QUALIFICATIONS** - Minimum of an associate’s degree is required; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. - A solid understanding of and experience in case management, social work, or education is strongly preferred. - Must be organized, possess strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills as well as the ability to be flexible is necessary for success in the role. - Computer proficiency required. - Reliable transportation required; meetings are occasionally off-site. - Must have strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ. - Must be active in a local Christian church. - Must demonstrate compassion toward the poor, needy, and homeless. - Must demonstrate character traits of integrity, personality responsibility, and grace toward others. - Must be teachable and function as a team player. ## Skills - Compassion - Teamwork - Interpersonal Skills - Career Development - Vocational Training - Incident Reporting - Community Outreach - Case Management - Computer Literacy - Human Resources - Recordkeeping - Process Documentation - Developer Relations - Trauma-Informed Care - Equities - Career Planning - Vue.js ## Benefits - Professional Development ## Related - [Education & Training jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Higher Education jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training/higher-education?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Communications Instructor jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/education-and-training/higher-education/communications-instructor?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Illinois](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/illinois?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 101547 jobs - [Individual and Family Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/individual-and-family-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 47205 jobs - [Rockford, IL](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/illinois/rockford?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 1467 jobs ## Related pages - [Illinois](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/illinois?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 101547 jobs - [Individual and Family Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/individual-and-family-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 47205 jobs - [Rockford, IL](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/illinois/rockford?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 1467 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)