Rewarding work that can be thankless and draining - Direct Care Worker (DCW) Advent Group Ministries Employee Review

All of the staff in every department are nice, friendly, professional folks. We care about each other, support one another. The mission of helping at risk youth is deeply imbedded into the day to day operations, but we don't forget each other.

It's hard work, and sometimes long hours at non profit pay. But, the rewards are the people, the mission and the satisfaction of making a difference that works for me!

Led by a team of dedicated, and experienced, men and women who really care about young people and their families. More than 30 years as a pioneer in the treatment of troubled young people, most of whom come out of the juvenile justice system. Strong faith-based focus that really works. Many of the leaders are "lifers" when it comes to helping kids, so they know what they're doing. They're in it for the kids, not the money, and it shows.

The population Advent helps doesn't always want help. Even when they do, they come from such dysfunction that bringout about change is difficult. Not everyone who signs on to work in the group homes has the strength of character to stick it out. Hours are long, the work is hard. No one sugar coats that even before they are hired, yet to some it comes as a surprise. To work there, you have to care more about making a difference in the lives of others than building a career or finding a comfortable job. The work isn't comfortable, but it is important. Advent is a non-profit, so funding depends heavily on the ability to raise money, which can be difficult.