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The Arc Westchester

The Arc of Westchester is a great place to work. The organization has various types of employment  programs that meet the needs of a perspective employee's life schedule. The organization also offers good benefits which include paid time off, medical coverage, and retirement accounts. On a typical day, I have the opportunity to assist and support people with developing skills that increase their independence and build their self esteem. At times, I encounter difficult situations in which I have to seek out assistance from co-workers or supervisors. I appreciate the support I receive from all of my fellow team members including my supervisors. The best part of my job is seeing the people I support independently perform skills that I helped them learn.

This was a great place to work! The work was very rewarding assisting individuals with special needs.I t required a great deal of patience and empathy but it was very enjoyable. I had a good relationship with my colleagues. The hours were good Monday- Friday 8:30am -4:00pm. Several years back; it was very lucrative because there was plenty of overtime hours available and we haven't received a raise in the last 8 years. The benefits are decent and they match your contributions to the 403b plan they have available. They also have a fair amount of sick,personal and vacation time available Overall  it was a positive experience working for Westchester ARC.

The Arc Westchester is a great place to work. It is a very supportive environment, upper management is kind, and the behavior department is very knowledgeable. Depending on your position there’s an incredible amount of flexibility and work life balance, this is what keeps people here for 20, 30+ years etc. Most employees either revolve out like a door or end up here until they retire. The health/dental insurance package is great and you get 3 weeks vacation. The pay, however, is pretty low. It’s low for everyone, but the DSPs and those in the residential department who have more tasks and are on call etc. can get very burnt out. You will only get a raise if your workload increases. Most employees don’t care about implementing behavioral strategies as they’re overworked and underpaid. 

Arc of Westchester has lost sight of what  mission statement . The primary focus of this agency has become money not the quality of services offered but the money that can be receive from the individuals attending programs.
Staff are no longer respected or appreciated!!! Many dedicated old timers are so fed up there leaving and the new staff coming on or quickly realizing the mistake they made and I also leaving. It only leaves one to wonder what the future holds for Arc of Westchester

 Very Low pay, staff feelings don’t matter. Over worked not enough staff to relieve others. 2 % raise after many years, This agency claims they don’t have money when people are donating money to the agency.  manager will demand  you come to meetings during this COVID we are at not 6ft apart. Managers will threat of letting you go (fire you) or move you to different home if you don’t follow their rules. Agency took away our bonuses due of no money. 

The job itself was not bad. Management for the day program(Choices) in Hawthorne are all about control. They will attempt to break you down. HR is a joke. They will not help if you are having issues, especially if it's with a supervisor. I have seen supervisors be under investigation and yet they were never fired. They demand so much of their staff and have unrealistic exoectations. You accumulate sick time and other tine off quickly but good luck on using it. If a supervisor is decent they usually don't last and leave.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The ability to communicate with people!

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Being able to make a difference in people’s lives!

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Everyone is on the same team to make a better life for the individuals we serve!

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Just being able to get the work with individuals that appreciate your work.

It’s a cool place to work especially during Covid.  I would recommend being a Per-diem. The hours are flexible as a Per-diem. Chill and relaxing environment depending on which house you work at. Some employees can be rude but don’t let that discourage you. Focus on what you’re paid to do and take time to converse with the individuals you care for. 

Working at ARC of Westchester has helped me to develop more patience. After a day at work I feel rewarded knowing that I can assistance others who can't do for themselves. It is very physically involved, strenuous and discouraging at times but if one is in it for the fulfillment of the individuals then you feel a sense of gratitude at the end of the day.

An excessive amount of work is needed for very little pay before taxes, caring for disabled clients that are often times aggressive. Management lies, office personnel are snarky and rude to you and unsupportive and staff make for a toxic work environment. Would not return. I was a relatively happy person before becoming depressed at this job.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Direct support professional 16 salaries reported	$19.86 per hour
Registered nurse 2 salaries reported	$45.63 per hour
Director of human resources 4 salaries reported	$90,000 per year
Human resources intern 1 salary reported	$17.50 per hour
Chief financial officer 2 salaries reported	$195,431 per year

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