CAREERS
Employment Opportunities
Evansville Rescue Mission is a non-denominational, Christian social service organization dedicated to meeting basic needs and sharing the love of Christ with our Tri-State’s homeless, at-risk youth, and impoverished families.
Each of our staff members and Board Directors obediently adhere to Evansville Rescue Mission’s statement of faith as a condition of employment and volunteerism.
ERM endorses and follows an equal employment opportunity policy that recruits, hires, trains, and promotes individuals in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, gender, age, or physical or mental disability (except where the disability prevents the individual from being able to perform the essential functions of a given job and cannot be reasonably accommodated in full compliance with the law).
Please reference and complete our employment application form:
Here is a listing of employment opportunities through ERM’s ministry divisions:
Administration
Maintenance Technician
Full-time
PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The job of General Maintenance Worker was established for the purpose/s of providing maintenance services as needed and/or assigned; assisting in a wide variety of maintenance activities; addressing immediate operational and/or safety concerns; assisting skilled trades; and ensuring that tools, materials and vehicles are maintained in God working order and are available at job site when needed.
SPECIFIC POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Troubleshoots maintenance problems involving electrical, structural, plumbing, and equipment repair or replacement.
- Performs preventive building maintenance duties.
- Performs routine plumbing repairs such as unstopping toilets, sinks or urinals, fixing water leaks, leaking faucets, water fountains, etc.
- Performs routine electrical repairs such as changing light bulbs or fluorescent lamps and assists in repairing ballast and light fixtures.
- Assembles and moves furniture, hangs pictures and bulletin boards, moves and sets up tables and chairs.
- Paint interior and exterior walls.
- Perform a wide variety of general and skilled maintenance activities for the purpose of completing projects in an established time frame.
- Have an adequate knowledge of project and facilities management.
- Outdoor maintenance activities including put not limited to: lawn mowing, trimming, landscaping, etc.
Impact Partnerships Coordinator
Division: ERM
Department: Advancement
Reports To: Lead Advancement Officer
Classification: Full time/Exempt
Purpose Of Position:
The Impact Partnerships Coordinator leads the strategy to grow and sustain Evansville Rescue Mission’s corporate and church partnerships. This role focuses on building strong relationships with local and national business partners and churches to support the organization’s strategic objectives, meet financial goals and establish a foundation of long-term corporate engagement.
As a key member of the Advancement Team, the Impact Partnerships Coordinator directly manages a portfolio of corporate and church partners and prospects. The role also oversees stewardship initiatives, corporate and church giving campaigns and engagement strategies. Working closely with the Lead Advancement Officer and team members, the Impact Partnerships Coordinator ensures that corporate partners feel valued and inspired to invest in Evansville Rescue Mission’s mission.
The ideal candidate is a motivated, visionary and charismatic professional with a strong understanding of development principles. They excel at relationship-building, possess exceptional communication skills and are comfortable engaging with business leaders, pastors, ministry leaders, and key stakeholders. This role is eligible for an annual performance-based bonus designed to recognize success in growing and sustaining corporate partnerships in alignment with our mission and values.
Specific Position Responsibilities:
- Design and execute strategies to identify, manage, grow and engage corporate and church partners to secure financial contributions and foster long-term support for organizational initiatives.
- Manage a portfolio of existing corporate and church partners by cultivating relationships and deepening engagement through volunteering, ministry events and in-kind giving.
- Build and cultivate relationships with potential donors, assessing their capacity, interests and alignment with the organization’s mission.
- Increase exposure and understanding of Evansville Rescue Mission’s mission within the community by making in-person visits, speaking to stakeholders over the phone and virtually to develop relationships and secure new support.
- Prepare and present quarterly financial reports and progress updates to the Lead Advancement Officer.
- Track and manage partner donor data, ensuring accurate records of interactions, contributions and engagement efforts.
- Leverage data insights to inform future engagement strategies and decision-making.
- Serve as an ambassador for Evansville Rescue Mission at community events, networking opportunities and industry events.
- Coordinate corporate and church sponsorships for events; align support opportunities with partner interests and organizational goals.
- Collaborate with the Advancement Team to produce outreach materials including financial reports, funding proposals, impact reports and donor acknowledgements.
- Deliver compelling presentations that highlight the organization’s mission, values and impact, tailoring messages to donor audiences.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, marketing, ministry, or a related field preferred.
- 3–5 years of experience in fundraising, development, relationship management, sales, account management, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience cultivating and managing relationships with corporate partners, churches, major donors, or institutional funders.
- Experience working in a nonprofit, faith-based organization, or ministry environment preferred.
Center for Women and Children
Childcare Lead
Division: ERM
Department: CWC
Reports To: Children’s Learning Center Coordinator
Purpose Of Position:
As a Child Care Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children in our care. You will assist with various tasks, ensuring children’s well-being and supporting the Children’s Learning Center Coordinator in daily activities.
Specific Position Responsibilities:
- Supervise and interact with children to ensure their safety and well-being at all times.
- Assist in preparing and delivering age-appropriate educational activities.
- Help children with basic needs such as feeding, toileting, and dressing.
- Create a positive and encouraging environment to foster children’s social, emotional, and intellectual development.
- Maintain a clean and organized classroom or activity space.
- Assist with behavior management and redirect children as necessary.
- Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers about the children’s progress and any concerns.
- Help in setting up and cleaning up after activities.
- Follow all safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
Qualifications and skills:
- High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
- Experience working with children, preferably in a daycare or child care setting.
- Ability to work well with children, parents, and colleagues.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Background check and CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
Donation Center
No jobs are available at this time.
Men’s Residence Center
Resident Director
Division: Administration
Department: Men’s Resident Center
Reports To: Executive Director of Men’s Residence Center
Classification: Full-Time / Exempt
Purpose Of Position:
To oversee the needs of the Men’s Residence Center (MRC) and the residents that live within the building. This includes the delivery (not the programming) of meals; clothing; shelter; security and programming (not the actual programming, just the facilitation of the venue for it); to insure that the rules and policies of the ERM are being administered and enforced fairly, judiciously, and in a Christ-like manner.
Specific Position Responsibilities:
- Responsible for intake and discharge of residents. (This will involve meeting with residents daily to perform “orientation” interviews)
- Work with the Data/Compliance Manager regarding: Intakes, Departures, and Dismissals
- Document notable client interactions (i.e. rule violation spreadsheet, incident reports, etc.)
- Responsible to maintain an atmosphere of hospitality in the MRC
- Responsible for Men’s Residence Center security
- Responsible for bed/room assignments for all residents
- Responsible for inputting relevant facts into proper data management systems
- Responsible to work with fellow staff members to insure their ministry assignment can be carried out in the best possible manner
- Responsible for assignment of Mission-based ministry assignments for residents
- Responsible to assist with ministry-wide events/programs as needed
- Perform departure interviews
- Be present at case conferences, residents meetings, and LR meetings.
- Maintain a professional culture that promotes teamwork and empathy for residents.
- Responsible to complete other duties assigned by the Executive Director of Men’s Residence Center
Mission Grounds
No jobs are available at this time.
The Thrift Store
No jobs are available at this time.
Youth Care Center
Youth Care Center – Behavior Technician
Job type: Part-time
Purpose Of Position:
This position is responsible for the supervision, safety, care, and counseling of the residents at the Evansville Rescue Mission Youth Care Center in order to provide a secure, structured environment conducive to the physical safety and well-being of the detainees.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise juveniles in an institutional setting.
- Apply approved methods of restraint as appropriate.
- Conduct small group programming.
- Assemble and analyze information to prepare written reports and records in a clear, concise manner.
- Work independently and as a team member.
- Effectively communicate in person, over the telephone and in writing.
- Express oneself clearly and authoritatively and to listen attentively to others.
- Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized software applications.
- Maintain high personal standards of ethics and integrity.
- Maintain significant flexibility in daily operations and decision making.
Executive Director of the Youth Care Center
Division: YCC
Department: Executive Leadership
Reports To: CEO
Classification: Full-Time / exempt
Purpose Of Position:
The Executive Director of the Youth Care Center (YCC) provides strategic, operational, and administrative leadership for all aspects of the YCC’s programs and services. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations while advancing the organization’s mission to serve youth with excellence, accountability, and integrity.
The Executive Director works closely with the President/CEO and other divisional leaders to implement the organization’s strategic objectives, ensure sound fiscal management, and promote evidence-based practices designed to reduce recidivism and improve youth outcomes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Leadership & Strategic Direction
- Establishes annual goals consistent with the organization’s Strategic Plan, incorporating evidence-based practices and technology in secure corrections to reduce recidivism and monitor progress toward outcomes.
- Develops, implements, and administers policies, procedures, and programs based on sound management principles and applicable laws and guidelines.
- Provides oversight of program development, implementation, and evaluation to ensure effective service delivery.
- Guides the preparation and submission of proposals for new programs, initiatives, and procedural enhancements.
- Performs additional duties as assigned by the President/CEO.
Operational Oversight
- Develops and maintains an organizational structure that ensures efficient handling of investigations, reports, court-related matters, and residential supervision.
- Ensures established organizational structures and individual roles are respected and maintained, or strategically adjusted in the best interest of the ministry.
- Provides systematic evaluation and auditing of administrative and technical operations to ensure quality standards are consistently met.
- Monitors operational performance and ensures adherence to established policies and performance benchmarks.
Financial Management
- Works collaboratively with the President/CEO and divisional leaders to prepare and submit comprehensive annual budgets.
- Maintains appropriate financial controls and ensures responsible stewardship of resources.
- Monitors financial performance and operational expenditures to ensure alignment with budgetary expectations.
Staff Leadership & Organizational Culture
- Promotes and maintains a positive workplace culture that encourages staff loyalty, enthusiasm, and morale.
- Ensures compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity standards and organizational philosophies and ethical codes of conduct.
- Provides leadership and direction to management staff, conducting regular leadership meetings and ensuring open communication across the division.
- Ensures consistent, timely, and transparent communication throughout the organization.
Community & Organizational Representation
- Serves as a primary representative of the Youth Care Center to courts, stakeholders, community partners, and the public.
- Provides quality service that continuously improves, meets or exceeds public expectations, and ensures all individuals are treated with courtesy, dignity, and respect.
- Maintains strong collaborative relationships with court systems, community partners, and organizational leadership.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, Social Work, or related field preferred.
- Significant leadership experience in juvenile justice, corrections, residential services, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in budget preparation and fiscal oversight.
- Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations governing youth services and secure facilities.
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage change, and implement evidence-based practices.
- Exceptional communication, organizational, and strategic planning skills.
Internships
The Evansville Rescue Mission offers a limited amount of unpaid internships for college students each Fall, Spring, and Summer semester. Please read the information below and pray about working alongside our staff in serving the needy and homeless of the Tri-State area. If you wish to apply, please fill out the application by clicking the Internship Application link below.
Once all information is received, and the intern is accepted, it will be processed and sent to the appropriate Department Director for further review. All Interns will need to submit to background checks and drug tests.
Internships may be available in the following areas:
Men’s Residence Center
(Social Service Majors, Human Services, Criminal Justice)
Development
(Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Marketing, Videography, Writing, Communications)
Thrift Stores
(Fashion Merchandising, Marketing)
Food Service
(Culinary Arts)
Internship Deadlines
Fall…
June 30th
Spring…
November 30th
Summer…
April 30th
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