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Helping Hands Family

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Not my favorite - RBT - Registered Behavior Technician Helping Hands Family Employee Review

2.0
Feb 20, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Fast RBT certification process Great for 1st time rbts

Cons

-No sick days -Punitive PTO policy (will take it if you're sick/ not offer a 'leave without pay' alternative) -No COVID19 policy -Overworked BCBAs (no program additions/ changed because they are struggling to get things done/ over scheduled) -Safety concerns (broken toys, tables, shelves, walls etc) -The director is in her 20's, with seemingly very little leadership experience -Infantalization of clients -Claims to be "neurodivergent affirming" while participating in said infantalization and pushing clients past their comfort zone by forcing greetings and emphasis on eye contact -No physical management trainings offered or required (this results in new rbts pulling arms of young children, picking them up incorrectly etc. This can result in shoulders being dislocated and other such injuries)

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Helping Hands Family Response
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Thank you for your feedback. We take your comments very seriously and will address some of the clinical elements mentioned. Our team members receive comprehensive training, including job shadowing and comprehensive ABA practice understanding. We also always provide supervision in our clinics ensuring no clinicians are left alone with clients. Your concerns are important to us, and we will be conducting a deeper review of this experience. We are actively reviewing our PTO policy to ensure it meets the needs of our team and in most cases are increasing PTO accruals to account for sick time, vacation, holidays, and similar needs. Additionally, we can accommodate these needs through our leave of absence. Our current team has asked us to review some of our accruals, and we are doing so with the hope of continuing to support them. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. This helps us create a more supportive work environment for everyone

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5.0
May 28, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

*Supportive and Invested fellow team of Supervisors/BCBAs *Individualized programming across clinic/home/school

Cons

*Barriers with insurance/payor requirements *RBT turnover/call outs/scheduling

1.0
Apr 3, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Strong collaboration and a supportive team environment, as RBTs have frequent opportunities to work together, share ideas, and problem solve. There are also opportunities to participate in clinic activities, such as decorating for different seasons, creating craft activities, and making DTT materials, which can make the work environment more engaging and creative. Offers somewhat consistent and predictable hours.

Cons

Noticeable high school-like, cliquey atmosphere, which can make the work environment feel exclusionary and uncomfortable at times. The company has also shifted toward a more corporate focus, where leadership decisions often do not prioritize the well-being of RBTs, BCBAs, or clients. This is reflected in practices that may feel unethical, such as keeping the clinic open during unsafe conditions in order to maintain productivity. There are also operational concerns, including reduced administrative time due to notes being replaced by AI, which can impact the quality of documentation and clinical reflection. Staff are often scheduled for back-to-back sessions without adequate breaks, and there have been instances where RBTs are not provided with a lunch break. Additionally, turnover is extremely high, leading to a lack of continuity of care, as clients frequently have to adjust to new therapists. The work culture can also feel tense, with a catty or unsupportive tone from upper management, and HR is often unresponsive when concerns are raised.

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