Pros
I have been employed with the company for several years now. I have met so many amazing residents, as well as family members, throughout my time at Atria. I work with some exceptional caregivers. I appreciate those who are willing to come together as a team when it is needed and those who do not complain about putting in a little extra work. Because of my employment with Atria, I have gained many cherished memories and a few great friends that I will remain in contact with.
Cons
I used to love so much to come into work each day. However, it has recently become nearly impossible to enjoy my job. It is even difficult to enjoy the time I spend with my residents because of all of the horrible things happening in management. I understand they are stressed because their jobs depend on the census of the facility. But, the executive director and other management staff have become so focused on getting residents to move in that they cannot see major issues that are happening within the building. Well, maybe they can see them. But, they are turning their heads to everything. The residents are not receiving the care that they should be. Nowhere near it. This is very disheartening to me, as I am unable to do anything about it. We are constantly told by management that they would like for us to come to them with any complaints or concerns we may have (instead of simply complaining on the employee survey). However, it has been my experience that when a staff member reports to them one of two things happen...(1) you are not taken seriously and issues never get addressed, no matter how significant or (2) you are reprimanded for trying to have a voice for the residents you help to care for. Also, the company claims "culinary excellence" and "we cater to you." That is nowhere near the case in the particular facility I have experience with. I hope that it is different elsewhere.