Unrealistic expectations push counselors away from the field of mental health and social services. - Anonymous employee Youth Villages Employee Review

Mentoring, support, development, collaboration, partnerships, helping families succeed

Time management, time contraints can be difficult if ill-prepared, FIS turnover sometimes

* Fulfilling mission with meaningful work that makes a real difference in the lives of children and families. * Competitive pay and benefits compared to many other nonprofit organizations. * Lots of “lifers” and long-tenured employees who are deeply committed to the organization and its mission. * Standard PTO policy that supports work-life balance and encourages employees to take time off. * Strong opportunities for personal and professional growth, especially for employees who take initiative. * Mission-driven culture where people genuinely care about the youth and families served and are committed to doing what’s right. * Great learning environment with experienced colleagues, supportive mentors, and opportunities to develop new skills.

* Work-life balance can be challenging at times. * Maternity leave and additional benefits lag behind those offered by many peer organizations and employers. * Performance review and compensation structure can make salary growth feel limited without a promotion or role change. * Aging leadership team seems to lack strong succession planning. * Lack of diversity within senior leadership compared to the broader employee base and communities served. * Siloed departments and teams create communication gaps and limit cross-functional collaboration.