Too big to support staff - In Home Caregiver Dungarvin Employee Review

2.0
20 Oct 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The individuals supported are the best reason to work with this company.

Cons

Management and upper management are too far removed from the staff and the individuals. The training is basic and just enough to get by state regs. Unreliable management that are not available to assist caregivers with questions about in home care. Executive management has no idea how to support the staff and have unrealistic ideas about care. The company wants to grow (make more money) and makes individuals have housemates that are not a good fit and live with as many people possible to keep costs low (caregiver payroll costs).

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Dungarvin Response
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Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We apologize for the challenges you've encountered regarding management availability and support, as well as concerns about training adequacy and the placement of individuals. We understand the importance of effective management support and ensuring a positive living environment for the individuals we serve. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us identify areas for improvement, and we are committed to addressing these issues promptly. Please know that we take your comments seriously and will work diligently to implement necessary changes to enhance the support and care provided by our organization.

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