Literally the worst ABA company ever - Mid Level Supervisor GOALS for Autism Employee Review

1.0
18 Jan 2022
Recommend
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Pros

-The kids and families are great to work with! -BT level staff and some BCBAs are great to work alongside

Cons

-it’s a hostile workplace environment. All the other review are so true, unfortunately. The CEO is so rude to her staff, is often rolling her eyes at everything and acts as if she’s better than everyone. She’s also rude and yells at clients and families. I have no idea how she’s managed to stay in business this long with her unprofessional attitude. -no work life balance: there’s no PTO, no holidays off, you’re expected to work 24/7 like the CEO -no programming based off your clinical competence: reports, goals, lesson targets , etc, all have to be written the CEOs way otherwise she gives you a hard time about it -staff meetings/company values feel forced: the CEO goes hard on company values, and when reading them aloud (every meeting might I add), she will call you out in front of everybody to repeat it and say it with emphasis/meaning/love for the values (it feels so forced and uncomfortable - if you’re shy or having a quieter voice, it’s not fun at all) -the CEO: she’s an awful human being to be around. She is involved in every single aspect of the company which makes it hard because she is often forgetful day to day and will often change her mind about things day to day. She is also rude and deameaning in most encounters and will make you feel horrible about herself.

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GOALS for Autism Response
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Hello, Thank you for your feedback. We have one of the lowest billable hour commitments compared to our competitors, and provide full-time clinical supervisors with unlimited PTO given that the billable hours requirement is still met (or made up). Additionally, we do offer 14 paid holidays off for salary employees. Our CEO currently serves two positions - one as the CEO and one as a regional director. She is committed to providing direct clinical care, and shares her 20+ years in the field with the staff. She is also committed to making an impact by sharing her experience and while not reading every single report, she is frequently asked to consult on cases with other regional directors, BCBAs and mid-levels as is best-practice in the field of ABA. It is unfortunate that you had felt as though our values are forced, as our Mission, Vision and Values team along with our Strategic Planning team have spent considerable amount of time creating a culture that aligns to these values. They help us engage with our community, and allow us to make an impact in the lives of our clients. Should you wish to discuss any further concerns or continue the dialogue about your experience, please feel free to reach out to our HR team (hr@goalsforautism.com) or our Ethics Committee (ethics@goalsforautism.com). Sincerely, GOALS for Autism, Inc.

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Pros

Working at Goals for Autism offers a highly supportive and flexible environment, making it a truly rewarding place to be. The ability to work remotely provides an excellent work-life balance, with seamless daily communication kept efficient and connected through regular Zoom interactions. What really sets the organization apart, however, is the leadership. Management is highly involved, approachable, and genuinely helpful when it comes to resolving issues quickly. Thanks to this strong emphasis on transparent, consistent communication across the board, you always feel heard, backed up, and equipped to succeed in your role.

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1.0
1 June 2026
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Pros

There are no pros to this workplace- the CEO Adryon is a total nightmare

Cons

Where to begin. If I could give this company 0 stars I would. This was the worst experience I have ever had at an ABA company. The CEO Adryon is a sadist who enjoys dominating her staff. During meetings and supervision sessions, I felt that concerns were addressed in a way that came across as dismissive and condescending. On multiple occasions, feedback was delivered in front of parents, which I found unprofessional and uncomfortable. Instead of fostering a collaborative learning environment, supervision often felt intimidating.

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