Lutheran Social Services Employer Reviews

A typical day at work would be starting by getting the youth ready for their daily activities. I learned the importance of having strong communication skills, that way the environment would be a lot more practical. Some of my co-workers were very inspirational. The hardest part of my job was when the Supervisor was un organized. The mos enjoyable part – more... of my job was making even the smallest difference for the troubled youth. – less

Management is disconnected and unavailable. They spend their days driving around the state going to meetings but will not take the time to stop and say hello to employees even when they walk right past an office door. Communication is done almost completely through emails so if you work here, you need to make sure you are willing to be flooded with – more... email messages and very little contact with people. Most people stay because of work flexibility- in other words they "work from home" (writing notes, etc on computer) putting in half days and not feeling guilty because their wages are so low. Stay away! – less

A typical day was busy but working with children but really enjoyable. I learned different techniques to use when working with children in a group home setting. Management was good. My co-workers were the best. We were more like family. The hardest part of the job was getting the children's behavior stable on a consistent basis. The most enjoyable part – more... of the job was getting a chance to make a difference in children's life who never really had a chance at decent life. – less

I just started and i'm very pleased with the job. You have freedom but also have a lot of responsibility. Must be self motivated!

The relationship you have with your residents is what gets you through the day.

This place has no type of team work when it comes to your co workers everyone is for themselves. This place is very unorganized with schedules they screw up hours and they have a mandated policy over in the-woods. You are mandated to stay another 8hour shift after your shift over almost everyday. Staff always calling in they are always short workers. – more... An LPN January Slater she always threatened to write people up for almost every little mistake made if things are not in her liking. This would be a good place if they just get rid of all the people that make the company look really bad due to unprofessional individuals and she is one of them. They have no consideration for no one all they care for is the company if you call off because you are sick or etc be prepared to have write ups when returned..THEY HIRE YOU QUICK & FIRE YOU EVEN QUICKER!!! BEWARE.. – less

I enjoy working with a diverse population including staff and resisdents.

Visit 3 to 4 properties daily. Submit maintenance work orders or do repairs if possible. Walk each property on every visit to pick up trash, clean common areas, and be available to tenants to address any concerns they may have. The hardest part was being all over the city every day. The best part was helping out our disabled tenants and improving their – more... living conditions. – less

Most days are 9 + hours - on a salary - which is low by industry comparison. Every thing has to be reviewed and approved by layers and layers of upper management. Company is very top-heavy.

Went into work at 10pm and the person before my shift never updated me on anything. I was always bored with nothing to do and I dont like that. I like being active and busy.

I had a great supervisor that was always willing to listen and would offer any type of support needed. I worked 16 hour shifts managing adult clients in a group home setting.

A usual day at lutheran would consist of caring for someone who couldnt do so for themselves. i learned that you have to have patience and learn as well as the client is learning... the management was great and always helpful. i always worked by myself in the clients home..

I have worked up and down Westchester and in NYC as a special educator and I will say that White Plains CSD is the best. The faculty at each of the three buildings I spent time with were top tier dedicated professionals. I will work tirelessly to find another position in this district.

I got to help the elderly residents everyday to help achieve their goals of being as independent as possible as well as take care of those who could no longer care for themselves. The employees genuinely care about the residents and worked as a team to provide the best care.

Assisted unaccompanied minors to adjust in this country. I learned many things upon working with this organization. The management was very good because we have a weekly meeting that brings all the department together to discuss the issues that was arise the week before. We are very good co-workers in the workplace because of understanding and the spirit – more... of teamwork. I enjoyed this organization when I am to leave them the made special occasion of my leaving and they gave me gifts. – less

Throughout the day I would spend time with people with disibilities and help them with things they need in their everyday life.

Great work environment. All staff comes to work happy and willing to work. Rehab unit is great with promoting independence and getting people strong enough to go home.

I worked almost 11 years at LSSI. There are very few typical days in child welfare. Case note entry, case management, home visits, networking for resources, court appearances, court reports, and personal involvement with families and children. Lack of communication between upper management and staff. Co-workers help each other out and get along on and – more... off the job. Continuously worrying about the safety of children. Being able to help make changes in the lives of a child or parents. – less

The negative reality working wth children that are severly mental ill is becoming very challening. I have worked with children for many years but is becoming too overwhelming that I am looking forward to new growth in my career. Financially it's becoming harder and would be interested in a company with better benefis.

Assisted with daily operation of residential program to address behavioral health needs with adolescent males. I was able to learn how various family issues or situation contribute to adolescent behaviors. Management and co-workers were supportive, but at times there were difficulties with maintaining staff coverage and consistency in the home. The – more... hardest part of the job was increasing staff support and consistency in order to maintain daily function of the group homes. The most enjoyable part of the job was being able to increase hope and stability in some of the residents in the group homes. – less