engagement specialist

community health worker

head of community engagement

canvasser

engagement manager

Wider Circle

Wider Circle is the most purpose-driven organization I’ve worked for. The mission, connecting neighbors for better health, isn’t just words on a wall. It’s real, tangible, and felt in the stories we hear from members every day. You’ll know why your work matters here.

A typical day depends on your role, but across the board, it’s fast-paced and hands-on. There’s no playbook handed to you. Success requires a lot of self-direction, collaboration, and a willingness to juggle competing priorities. If you thrive in environments where you're empowered to figure things out and make things better, you’ll find the work energizing.

What I’ve learned here is how to build in real time, whether that’s refining internal processes, working across teams, or balancing mission and metrics. It’s stretched me in the best ways, especially around adaptability, strategic thinking, and communicating clearly amid shifting contexts.

Management is accessible and responsive to feedback. The company knows it’s still evolving and doesn’t pretend to have it all figured out. That honesty goes a long way. Leadership has actively implemented improvements based on team input, especially around technology, communications, and manager development. While we don’t always get it right, there’s a sincere commitment to learning, adjusting, and improving. That kind of humility and responsiveness is refreshing.

The culture is mission-first, values-based, and human. The core values aren’t just slogans. They show up in how people support each other, how members are treated, and how leaders make decisions. It’s not always easy, but it’s deeply rewarding.

The hardest part is the pace and ambiguity. Things can be unstructured, priorities evolve quickly, and roles are sometimes defined as you go. That can be challenging if you’re looking for predictability or formal systems. But if you see that as a feature, not a bug, it’s also the most exciting part.

The most enjoyable part is knowing that what you do matters. The work is hard but meaningful. You’re surrounded by colleagues who care deeply about the mission, about doing good work, and about supporting each other. That creates a sense of shared purpose that’s hard to find elsewhere.

Ok so there is a very genuine sounding pitch your are given about the integrety of Wider Circle. You think "Wow I have finally found this wonderful work enviorment with great purpose to help others along the way." For me this is what Ive been looking for since I entered the workforce many years back. Then they start asking you to help with a few side projects here and there. Making the tasks seem so small and then BOOM they stack them on you so heavily your drowning in work. They tell you that you still have to maintain your normal job functions on top of everything else. Also your numbers WILL be messed with. They will admit after days of proving it to them that they see the error. Months of being told they will fix it. BUT NOTHING MORE! Pro's at putting you off and saying "They are working on it." There is a running joke that you get "VOLUN-TOLD" and made to think they appreciate the help so much. However not willing to give you anything in return. The "Team Leads" will tell you ALL DAY that they will go to bat for you and stand up for you. But they are too scared to say a word to anyone. The reason everyone gets scared of standing up for what is right is because if you do, there are a couple guys over the call center that will find a way to fire you. You either do as your told and keep your thoughts to yourself or your out. Thats the truth and I wish I had read this here before I had ever worked for WC. Years just wasted and taken from me. HUGE mistake! We live and we learn and BOY did they teach me a hard lesson. That I can not count on ANY big corp. to do right by their employees in the future, EVER AGAIN.

Working at Wider Circle is dynamic and fulfilling. My day often involves engaging with members for several different health outcomes , coordinating community activities . The flexibility of remote work (depending on the role) allows for a good balance between professional and personal life. My experiences thus far with the 
 leadership team is supportive and encourages innovation. However, as the company is growing rapidly, there are frequent changes, which require adaptability  and strong problem solving skills.  In some areas they could improve communication among departments and provide more competitive wages for those that come with a strong background and work ethic, the wonderful work environment helps elevate this area. The culture at Wider Circle is one of the highlights. Employees are passionate about making a difference, and there is a strong sense of community. Virtual events and company activities help foster connections, even in a remote environment. The fast-paced nature of the company can be challenging for those that are not able to adapt, I myself like this. Adapting to constant changes and navigating evolving processes requires resilience. The most fulfilling aspect is knowing that the work directly impacts people's lives and strengthens communities. Being part of a mission-driven organization that prioritizes social good makes the little  challenges worthwhile.


What is the best part of working at the company?
Flexibility for community outreach workers. Helping seniors gain new social circles.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Poor to no benefits. There is no solid ground at this company. Goals change often from week to week or month to month. General inconsistency. A sense of mistrust of leadership and on top of that, majority of leadership doesnt have a background in any sort of healthcare. Being misled.  Having nonsensical work being piled onto teams out of nowhere regularly. Partnerships from major companies being dropped all the time. The mission is amazing and that's what anyone with a community workers heart is drawn to, but the distance between what this company proffeses and how they deliver, plus treat their contractors and full employees is just too much.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Shallow culture. Work environment seems like a lot of talking heads who don't walk the walk. Cutthroat.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Lots of calls, usually a few meetings a week. The best part is meeting with seniors. You are in charge of that and they will gravitate towards the weekly/monthly events you create. That is the best part.

Wider Circle is a rapidly growing venture-backed startup; everyone who works here wears 15 hats (or more!) and while it can be exciting, the fast-paced environment is not for everyone. For those who put their head down, perform well, and take on extra projects to gain visibility, the opportunities for upward mobility are great. 

The Executive team and Director level positions offer competitive pay; however, those in entry-level positions and mid-level management don't stay for the paycheck, but because of the company's mission and opportunities for growth. 

What I appreciate about leadership is how much they care about the people who work for them. Wider Circle has recently brought in a lot of hard hitters from big tech to raise the company's profile, but the founders put each of them through the ringer before making an offer. 

To paraphrase our founders: "I don't care if someone is a Senior VP at Google or a genius who's coded anti-hacking programs for Twitter,  I simply won't consider someone unless they show me that they want to work at Wider Circle for the right reasons. Even at the top level, new employees have to demonstrate passion for our mission...otherwise, they will never work out." Now that's something I respect greatly. 

Since joining Wider Circle in September, my experience has been both incredibly rewarding and enjoyable. I truly appreciate that my voice matters here—my opinions are valued and my feedback is genuinely considered. I have the privilege of supporting a vulnerable population, which is both meaningful and fulfilling. The flexibility of remote work, combined with opportunities for hands-on involvement in community events, creates a dynamic and engaging work environment.

There have been numerous positive changes since I started, each moving the organization in a strong direction. The company culture is especially supportive of working families, including thoughtful benefits like donated PTO for new mothers—a reflection of Wider Circle’s commitment to its employees’ well-being.

I am excited to continue my professional journey with Wider Circle and look forward to growing alongside the company and my colleagues. Above all, I take pride in knowing that my work makes a tangible, positive difference in the lives of others.

THE GREAT! -
•Fantastic group of people - it's a joy to work with so many of them.  People are very generous with support, encouragement and more.  People are here because they really believe in making the world a better place.
• Work from home and great flexibility (*varies by role)
• Fun company activities and virtual events, great opportunities to connect with others (mostly virtually)
• We are touching people's lives and changing communities for the better.  It feels good to be a part of that.

THE GOOD -
• Overall good benefits package, could use some improvements, see below.
• Relatively good opportunities for lateral and upward mobility - fast growth and new roles open up all the time.

THE CHALLENGES:
• It's a fast growing company, so there's lots of change!  (*if you want to work here, better love change and adapt quickly! )  This provides challenges, but also opportunities for innovation and ideas.
• Could use more competitive pay and better benefits for lower levels (ie sick pay, 401 K matching etc).

Wider Circle connects neighbors to inform, support and motivate one another, empowering them to be more proactive about their health. That sense of purpose attracts mission-driven, caring people to work here -- meaning you won't just love your work, you'll also love the genuine and supportive culture.

Wider Circle has 3X'd the number of people we employ over the past 2.5 years and 5X'd the number of members we serve. Growth that like means we can and have promoted many people from frontline Community Engagement roles to Area Manager and others into back office roles.

As the company grows, the benefits are getting better. In the past year we've rolled out new career and promotion paths, more generous PTO and an Educational Assistance Program to reimburse class expenses.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The best part was working as much as I wanted and when I wanted.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
No clear, defined directions on how to execute and complete a given project.  Also, burn out comes fast and easy.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
This role was fully remote as a 1099 contractor. Diverse culture and skill set. Meetings every two weeks via phone and or Zoom. Stressful, competitive,  and sometimes hostile environment while you're fully remote from home.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
I dreaded picking up my phone to call the members enrolled in Wider Circle as the members had enough of the multiple, intrusive, unwarranted phone calls. I was one of many callers that would call the same member multiple times each day to  introduce and invite them to participate in the events in there area. So my day was filled with any, annoyed, dissatisfied, members. Sometimes you will encounter a few members willing to talk to you.

Wider Circle has an amazing mission and its goal is to better peoples' lives. However, for Community Engagement Leads, those who work directly with members and are the one's making a difference, it's not a great job. You are always promised that you can grow with the company and keep learning, but you are never given the opportunity. CELs are not fairly compensated, there's no consistency in their pay scale, and they never even give current employees a chance for new roles, they are hire outsiders instead. Lots of empty promises and they never keep their word. A couple years ago this company was amazing but as Wider Circle is growing, they're starting to not care much about the members, and instead it's coming down to number and profit, turning into a typical corporate workplace that will suck the life out of you if you do not have a super high up position. 

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Engagement specialist 6 salaries reported	$19.85 per hour
Community health worker 6 salaries reported	$23.17 per hour
Head of community engagement 2 salaries reported	$20.45 per hour
Canvasser 3 salaries reported	$21.50 per hour
Engagement manager 1 salary reported	$62,500 per year

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