Top 316 Human services Jobs in Rockford, Il

Peer Recovery Specialist
Waymark Health Partners LLC —Rockford, IL
- $35,000 - $40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Adults
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Youth Caregiver
Our Children's Homestead —Rockford, IL
- $75 a day
- Full-time
- Residential
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Work from home
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Team Leader - Residential - Tue-Sat
Rosecrance Inc. —Rockford, IL
- From $27.70 an hour
- On call
- Public speaking
- Adults
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- AD&D insurance
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CHILDREN’S ADVOCATE
Remedies Renewing Lives —Rockford, IL
- $21.28 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Caregiver/Personal Care Assistant/CNA
Visiting Angels - Rockford IL —Rockford, IL
- $17.25 - $20.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
- Home Health
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
Front Desk Coordinator
Waymark Health Partners LLC —Rockford, IL
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Adults
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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CHILD PROTECTION SPECIALIST
State of Illinois —Rockford, IL
- $6,460 - $9,337 a month
- Overtime
- Background check
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Supported Living Assistant - 116 - Rockford
Clearbrook —Rockford, IL
- $21.35 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
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Foster Care Case Aide
Youth Service Bureau of Illinois Valley —Rockford, IL
- $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Microsoft Excel
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Mosaic At Home Coordinator
Mosaic —Rockford, IL
- $50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Intake Specialist/Representative (Local Government)
Rockford Township —Rockford, IL
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Home Care Aide NEEDED For Elderly Female In Rockford, IL
Care Planning Institute, Inc —Rockford, IL
- $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Current TB test
- Home Health
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Safety Companion
OSF HealthCare —Rockford, IL
- $17.66 - $19.63 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
- Analysis skills
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Family Case Manager, Foster Care
LSSI —Rockford, IL
- $60,000 - $67,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Foster Care Caseworker
Youth Service Bureau of Illinois Valley —Rockford, IL
- From $55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
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Activity Aide
Encore Senior Living —Loves Park, IL
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Child Life Coordinator
UW Health —Rockford, IL
- $61,090 - $91,603 a year
- 8 hour shift
- CPR Certification
- Hospital
- BLS Certification
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Home Delivered Meals/Information and Assistance Intake Caseworker
Lifescape Community Services —Rockford, IL
- From $17.21 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 1 year
- Associate's degree
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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Foster Care Case Aide
brightpoint.org —Rockford, IL
- $16.20 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bilingual
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
PAIP CO-FACILITATOR-PART TIME
Remedies Renewing Lives —Rockford, IL
- $21.28 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Office
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Peer Recovery Specialist

Waymark Health Partners LLC
Rockford, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$35,000 - $40,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance

Qualifications

Certified Recovery Specialist
Care documentation
Recovery peer support
Peer support advocacy
Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders

Full Job Description

Peer Recovery Specialist

Who We Are

Waymark Recovery Centers is a community-rooted outpatient behavioral health organization located at 4949 Harrison Avenue, Rockford, Illinois. We offer Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and outpatient services built on a clinical foundation that blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with proven 12-Step principles.

We are opening in late August 2025 and are building a recovery program centered on genuine care, accountability, and lasting transformation for individuals and families in our community.

Population We Serve

We serve adults recovering from substance use disorders, including alcohol, opioids, cocaine/crack cocaine, stimulants, and other illicit substances. Clients may arrive voluntarily or through referrals from courts, hospitals, or community partners.

Role Overview

The Peer Recovery Specialist is one of the most meaningful roles at Waymark because it can only be filled by someone who has lived what our clients are living. This role is built around lived experience, peer connection, accountability, encouragement, and genuine support for people navigating recovery.

You will serve as a bridge between the clinical team and the clients — helping individuals feel understood, supported, and connected throughout their recovery journey.

Responsibilities

Build trusting peer-based relationships with clients
Provide encouragement, accountability, and practical recovery support
Facilitate peer support check-ins individually and in groups
Connect clients with community resources including housing, employment, transportation, and recovery meetings
Outreach to clients who may be disengaging from treatment
Support clients in crisis and escalate concerns to the Clinical Director
Document peer interactions and submit notes weekly
Model healthy recovery values and professional boundaries
Participate in team meetings and contribute client-centered insights
Help foster a welcoming, family-oriented recovery culture

Qualifications

CRSS (Certified Recovery Support Specialist) certification required
Personal lived experience in recovery from substance use required
1–2 years of sustained sobriety preferred
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain professional boundaries
Familiarity with community resources in the Rockford area preferred
Basic documentation and computer skills

Compensation & Benefits

$35,000–$40,000 annually
Paid time off
Health insurance contribution
Continuing education/training support
Full-time position

Schedule & Location

Full-time
4949 Harrison Avenue, Rockford, IL
Schedule aligned with program operating hours

Our Culture

Waymark Recovery Centers is building a mission-driven, family-oriented culture where staff feel valued and supported while maintaining high standards of care. We are looking for compassionate professionals who bring positive energy, accountability, and a genuine desire to make an impact in the Rockford recovery community.

We understand this work can be deeply personal. Waymark is committed to supporting not only employee performance, but also ongoing wellbeing and recovery.

Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

Are you comfortable working in a startup-style behavioral health environment where you will help build systems and culture from the ground up?
Are you comfortable supporting clients experiencing substance use and mental health challenges in a trauma-informed environment?

Experience:

peer support or recovery support: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

CRSS (Certified Recovery Support Specialist) certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Rockford, IL 61108 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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