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Ponessa Behavioral Health

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BSC/MT - BSC/MT Ponessa Behavioral Health Employee Review

2.0
Jan 26, 2017
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Somewhat flexible schedule-able to make your own schedule with clients. Free trainings with CEUs.

Cons

Not enough parking at office. Travel time reimbursed at minimum wage vs gas mileage reimbursement. Building is old and basement where BHRS is located is moldy, staff are required to use their own phones for contacting clients, company has not switched over to electronic medical records, low compensation for the amount of paperwork and travel time between clients, management slow to respond to calls/emails, I used my own computer due to not enough computers in workroom and computers were old and slow.

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Ponessa Behavioral Health Response
9y
Thank you for your feedback. We care about the professional development of our employees, so we believe it is important to offer them the opportunity to obtain free continuing education credits year-round. Employee compensation is based on the degree(s), experience and licensure that an employee has, and our Harrisburg office is centrally located downtown, to ensure access and transportation for all potential clients. We would also like to mention that all employees have access to copy centers and workstations. Each workstation is equipped with a computer, connection to a printer, and a telephone. The workstations are there for the employee’s convenience and to prevent unnecessary accrued costs at home. I am sorry that some of our efforts did not meet your expectations, but I am thankful that you took the time to share your opinion on here, so that as we continue to grow, we can look for ways to improve. Thanks again for your review.

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5.0
Mar 16, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I enjoy how there are many opportunities for BHTs and others who work for the comany to create a positive work community. My higher-ups have been very helpful, informational, firm and kind. I enjoy working with my client and it has been a good transition into working in a school setting

Cons

I cannot think about any cons right now.

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Ponessa Behavioral Health Response
3mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We’re so glad to hear that you’ve found a supportive and positive work community, and that your supervisors have made a meaningful impact through guidance and support. It’s wonderful to know your transition into the school setting has been a smooth and rewarding one, and that you’re enjoying your work with your consumer. We truly appreciate the important role our BHTs do each day—thank you!
1.0
Feb 10, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

The rapport within the department was generally good, people are very supportive of one another. Supervisors could be helpful too depending on the issue. You do get to make your own schedule (somewhat). It's a nice building, I liked my individual office.

Cons

It completely wrecked my mental health; I was literally always burnt out and dealt with several severe depressive episodes while employed, as well as trauma symptoms afterwards. Granted I know this is partially due to the state of community mental health in general; however, I was in a state of constant anxiety regarding my productivity hours and always felt like I was being gaslit. If you don't meet your quota, you start losing PTO hours or sometimes even your salary. I worked 11 hour days and would still have to bring work home with me. I never felt good enough no matter what I did to get ahead. The business focuses more on quantity of clients rather than quality of their care; it sometimes felt more like I was working in a factory than in a therapy office. I feel bad because the clients are really the ones that suffer for it.

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Ponessa Behavioral Health Response
3mo
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad to hear you experienced a supportive team environment during your time with us. We do want to clarify that expectations around productivity and scheduling are clearly communicated throughout the hiring process and regularly reviewed with staff to ensure transparency. We strive to provide consistency and support so clinicians understand what is required and have the resources to be successful. We recognize that community mental health can be demanding work and may not be the right fit for everyone. We remain committed to maintaining a supportive workplace while delivering high-quality care to our clients. We wish you the best in your future endeavors.
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