Futures Inc.

The middletown ct office for starters   cares nothing about the individuals or their staff it's all about the upper management the parties they have and  the luncheons and  meetings" by the way that you are not invited to" the hours are not there they will employ 9  or more people with four individuals so you have to fight for hours you have to have a high level of car insurance but meanwhile you get 20 or less hours do the math  it's not even enough money to pay the car insurance for starters. Its not worth it run do not apply to this company they will mislead you into thinking that you have hours and you won't there's a lot of favoritism and the management dont care. If One of the favorites calls out you are expected to drop what you're doing and come to work and if you're busy because you should be  because it's technically  a day off the supervisor  will catch a bad attitude. To all the people reading your welcome I just did you a favor

Futures is a good company to share your experience as it also help you to enhance your capabilities on a wider perspective. There culture is so diverse and that is part of what makes futures Inc unique. The hours are also flexible as you have the opportunity of widening your scope of a second job, continuing your education and family time.
In my opinion, the best part of my job is watching my consumer evolve. When one is able to help an individual transition through displaying better behaviours and improve cognitively, its gives a sense of fulfillment. The hardest part of my job is snow days as it makes one susceptible to accidents and when my consumer is having a bad day. In concluding,i would recommend Futures Inc as a place of work as it is flexible, the management team is easy to talk with as there is an open door policy.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Professional work environment and exceptional experience! 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Only stressful part was the mandatory forms, as the technology used to receive them were sometimes unoperational so we wouldn't have enough time for certain scenarios. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Best experience I've ever had.
If I could go back I would! They are a very loving and caring staff, with whom I'd equate to a "family but not by blood". 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Assisting students with either academics or with their jobs.
Normally this will be 1:1, so it is easier on the mind and calmer on the students.
Students receive your undivided attention and vise versa! The bonds are being built and utilized!

Futures Inc. is one of the few nonprofits that has staff/individual ratio of 1:1. They aren't afraid to try new things if it benefits people with intellectual disabilities. Their micro-business program explores the passions and interests of each individual. They look to what an individual CAN do. So the week is spend working on your business with purpose and also known in your community for your interests. It is such a win-win. Great to work for such a creative company with a huge heart.

Absolutely amazing and provides students with the most useful skill you could possibly have as a teenager entering adulthood, self sufficiency!

Anyone who has anything bad to say about their time working there was obviously in their own little world because this is one of the most amazing institutions I’ve ever had the pleasure of being part of and I’m not even a full-time staff technically. No program will ever be perfectAnd that’s absolutely fine all that matters is where it’s intentions lie and Futures school is One of the most loving and supportive environments I’ve  had the pleasure of working in.

This is a bad place to work because it’s management is bad and there is favoritism. If you get hurt on the job the will lie and say it didn’t happen there so that they don’t have to pay you. They all look out for themselves. And if someone is ill or very sick they don’t inform the other staff and continue to let the client participate in the program until someone speaks up. They make promises durning your hire date and don’t follow though.  Or the pretend that they never said it or you were misinformed.

You can choose your own schedule which is good. However the schedule changes very frequently and the staff effected are not directly contacted. You are expected to check your email, even on days off, for schedule changes. 
You use your own car for a flat stipend of $8 per shift. There is no compensation if your consumer wants to go to a paid activity. Example if they want to go to a movie you have to pay for your ticket out of pocket.
Also they seem to be more concerned with obtaining new buildings rather than providing better care for the clients.

I have to say with most jobs you contribute to, if not control, the outcome of your opinion with a company. However it makes a huge difference if you can trust and get along with your coworkers. You get what you put in, and what you put in is noticed and appreciated. You start out as part time staff, but if you are available there are hours to be had. Can’t beat Monday through Friday with most holidays off. I am fortunate as a single mom and I feel at home with Futures inc. 

Poor training, huge lack of support from management, and constant changes to operations/management.  The higher-ups are under too much pressure, which they take out on the staff below them.  Consumers are offered opportunities which they do not receive.  The Middletown location has nothing to offer to lower functioning co summers. Staff spend most of their time driving their consumers around to kill time, since management doesn't want them in the building, and the parking situation is horrendous!  My car got hit a number of times. 

Working at Futures has been a very good experience, the staff are helpful and willing to do their best for the benefit of the people we support. Working with people with intellectual disabilities is interesting as well as a challenge. The best part is the opportunity to enrich the life of someone and to see their growth to overcome their personal challenges. The hardest part is finding opportunities for employment in the community so they can lead productive lives. I love my job and look forward to working with the people we support.

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