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I am presently working as a Direct Service Coordinator for Community Catalysts of California.
My previous employment was as a school administrator, where I retired after 30 years, having been a teacher, vice principal and principal. At this point in time, I have been employed by CCC for just under 15 years.
I originally applied for a position with Community Catalysts, because after having been retired for a couple of years, I felt the need to get back into the job market on a part time basis and share some of the skills I had acquired over the years.
I was searching for something that would be rewarding for maybe a year and a half, and landed upon a job coaching position with CCC.
After that trial period, I realized how fulfilling the position was, and I decided I wanted to remain a part of the wonderful work the company was doing for and with adults with disabilities. 
There are many opportunities to advance within the company, some of which I have been offered, but   I have found my niche and couldn’t be happier, now working full time as well.
I am currently working full time supporting clients both in the work force at their job sites, as well as, out in the field or in their homes. 
I cannot say enough about how much I appreciate how well organized and caring upper management of CCC is.  The company has recently gone through a transformation in leadership the last couple of years, which has created an even more collegial atmosphere. The leaders and policy makers of the firm have a genuine concern for not only their clients, but staff as well. I could go on for pages describing the various ways in which I have witnessed the company go above and beyond for its employees. Whether it’s periodically sending out small thank you gifts to everyone for being a part of helping others, having an excellent benefits program including a 403b partial match, having an open door policy, open communication with weekly updates, a wellness program, or a myriad of other ways in which they show their concern for all employees.
This was especially evident during the pandemic, when after some state funding was curtailed, Community Catalysts made up the difference for all of their staff.  Something which was not required, but was provided anyway.
This praise goes for my direct supervisors as well.  Luckily I am in a position that gives me the latitude to re-retire at any time should I choose to, but I love this job and can’t stress enough how impressed I am with its leadership. CCC would stack up favorably against any company in the region.
I would definitely recommend Community Catalysts of California as an organization to work for if you are looking for a place where staff is listened to and valued, and working is enjoyable and rewarding.


A typical day involves coordinating care, connecting veterans to resources, and navigating complex systems to help them access healthcare and benefits. I learned a lot about community resources, veteran-specific programs, and how to advocate for individuals with diverse needs. Management can be supportive, though communication and processes sometimes change quickly, which can be challenging to navigate. The workplace culture is mission-driven and centered on helping veterans, which makes the work meaningful. The hardest part of the job is balancing a high caseload and addressing urgent needs with limited resources. The most enjoyable part is building relationships with veterans and seeing them successfully connect to the care and services they deserve.


New hires w/ no to little experience start out @ hirer wage then some working there for years. They then must train the new hires who are making more then themselves. When the Director is questioned she will lie whenever confronted about it & say new hirers do not make more . Such an insult to throughs who put years into company for their consumers & deal w/ no raises & feeling under appreciated @ the joke of hourly pay . Most of the consumers are great , some shouldn't be in supportive living to start with. If working w/ 2 clients other company's pay you for each, Community Catalysts will not even though they are getting the $ from Regional Center for staffing each consumer. The Case Mangagers who have been there for years are great.. They are also over worked & under paid sadly.  And the 2 who have been there the longest as CM are under appreciated & deserve so much more in all aspects then they receive. Goes to show when we stay its for the love of our clients , not the company

I recently joined the Adjoin team at the beginning of the year and have had a great experience on the team so far. Starting from the interview process I got the feeling that this company actually cared about their team members and the culture they were creating. That feeling has been consistent and grown since joining the team. The leadership team truly believes in their mission and trusts you to get your job done. The communication within departments and team members is very clear and supportive. I think the most important thing to me is the teamwork mentally of every individual at the company. Everyone is willing to support each other and help where they can to make sure we meet our end goal! I am very excited to be with this company and grow with the company as well. 

The Program Manger is required to be on call everyday, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. If staff calls out and you cannot find coverage, which is often due to staff shortages and a very high turnover rate, you are required to cover the shift after completing your own 40 hour work week. There is no additional compensation as this is a salaried position. You will be contacted after hours and on weekends on an almost daily basis. This is NOT a typical management position. You will be required to complete care giving duties, including toileting clients, on a fairly regular basis. Staff is over worked and underpaid and the overall morale is low. There is a huge lack of structure and upper management is oblivious. The Program Manager position also has a very high turnover rate. In my opinion, there is a lack of work boundaries/professionalism and an overall lack of employee appreciation. HR in San Diego handled my resignation and they were awesome.

In my brief tenure as a Recruiting and Employment Coordinator at Adjoin Veterans, I've been welcomed into a dynamic, team-oriented environment reminiscent of a winning baseball team. The inclusive atmosphere across the Veterans division, from case coordinators to managers, fosters a supportive and nurturing work culture with a commendable work-life balance. While still new and adjusting to the fast-paced setting and communication methods, the organization's passionate commitment to supporting veterans and its vibrant team spirit make it an inspiring place to work. Management's focus on both team and individual growth, along with a potential for improved communication and structured onboarding, positions Adjoin Veterans for continued success.

I would give zero stars if I could.The management here are a couple women who are vindictive and pure evil. I am a very honest hard worker and they have fired me and numerous other employees like myself. They fired one woman the day she got back from grievance leave after her mother died. THey lie about the progress of their disabled clients to receive more money from the state. I confronted them about it and was fired weeks later after an investigation was launched and they were accused of falsely reprimanding their employees and discrimination.
This company, its management and CEO are appalling. I am saddened that the fate of our disabled community is in the hands of these monstrous people.

I truly love working here; it has been such a great experience. The company cares greatly for its employees and offers so many opportunities for growth and engagement. I appreciate the fact that the organization places a lot of emphasis on change and updates. For me, this shows adaptability and that it is not stagnant and wants to develop further. Additionally, the company offers incentives and fun activities throughout the year, so it's best to be involved.

My typical day at work starts with greeting the client and asking how they are feeling that day. I wait to hear how they are feeling and  begin with brightening up their day. I like to always involve them with  every day choices such as what they would like to do that day, what they would like to eat that day or maybe watch on TV at that time. Listening to the client is very important. And at the end of the day when my shift is over I always say good by and let them know that I am leaving and I will see them soon.

CCC and VCS (Veterans division) is a great place to work.  It can be stressful in trying to house homeless veterans with limited affordable housing in San Diego, but when you do it is such a great feeling!  Management is great overall and has become much better with new overal management in the past couple years.  There is room for growth fromwith some positions and they promote from within.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Direct support professional 64 salaries reported	$17.46 per hour
Case coordinator 10 salaries reported	$25.85 per hour
Support specialist 2 salaries reported	$18.50 per hour
Housing manager 7 salaries reported	$26.36 per hour
Case manager 4 salaries reported	$25.44 per hour

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