Is FirstSteps for Kids a good company to work for?

FirstSteps for Kids has an overall rating of 3.9 out of 5, based on over 196 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 5% over the last 12 months. 75% of employees would recommend working at FirstSteps for Kids to a friend and 64% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about FirstSteps for Kids have been left by employees working as Lead Instructor , Instructor and RBT - Registered Behavior Technician .

Does FirstSteps for Kids pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, FirstSteps for Kids employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at FirstSteps for Kids. This rating has decreased by 6% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at FirstSteps for Kids?

75% of FirstSteps for Kids employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated FirstSteps for Kids 3.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.4 for culture and values and 4.0 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at FirstSteps for Kids?

RBT - Registered Behavior Technician (41) , Instructor (18) , Lead Instructor (16) , Behavior Therapist (9) , Program Director (8) , Registered Behavior Technician (7) , Behavior Technician (5) , Behavioral Therapist (4) , Behavior Analyst (3) , Instructor/Lead Instructor (3) , RBT (3) , Behavioral Instructor (2) , Occupational Therapist (2) , People Experience Manager (2) , Teacher (2)

What are the pros of working at FirstSteps for Kids according to real employee reviews?

"Training was great and I felt supported throughout my first few months." ((in 29 reviews)); "Everyone was very friendly and welcoming and wanted to see their employees grow and flourish." ((in 10 reviews)); "The clinical staff really does care about the staff and tries to address any issues and resolve them so that the employees stay happy" ((in 9 reviews)); "Some of my coworkers were great and I was always learning." ((in 8 reviews)); "All supervisors care deeply about their work and care deeply about ensuring that all behavioral therapists are well trained." ((in 7 reviews))

What are the cons of working at FirstSteps for Kids according to real employee reviews?

"Low pay rate for amount of work and responsibility." ((in 4 reviews)); "Before, I felt like it was a good work life balance, but now it’s just them changing schedules last minute without consideration of our personal lives." ((in 3 reviews))

What are the top reviewed FirstSteps for Kids locations?

Walnut Creek , Los Angeles , Hermosa Beach , Redondo Beach , Calabasas , Alhambra , East Los Angeles , West Los Angeles , Culver City , Los Alamitos , Westlake Village , Brooklyn , New York , Louisville , Nashville , Kokomo , Sherman Oaks , Walnut , Thousand Oaks , Concord , San Jose , Kingston , Manhattan Beach , Coney Island

FirstSteps for Kids reviews

3.9

75% would recommend to a friend

(190 total reviews)

Jennifer Harris, PH.D., LMFT, BCBA-D

99% approve of CEO

64% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.5

Diversity & inclusion

4.4

Culture & values

4.2

Senior management

4.0

Career opportunities

3.9

Work/Life balance

3.5

Compensation and benefits

FirstSteps for Kids has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 190 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The FirstSteps for Kids employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Healthcare industry (3.4 stars).

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Reviews by job title

190 reviews

3.0

Apr 9, 2024

Great but some flaws

Instructor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great co-workers and friendly environment

Cons

Scheduling is terrible Far drives

FirstSteps for Kids Response

2y

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We’re pleased to hear that you’ve found our team and culture to be friendly and warm. We strive to provide a fun and welcoming environment for our employees and our kiddos. We are sorry to read about your experience with scheduling and drive time. We have 4 offices around the greater Los Angeles area so that instructors spend the majority of their time with our little ones, rather than commuting. We would love to know more to see how we can improve your experience. Please reach out to our People and Purpose Team as soon as possible so we can work together to find solutions for your schedule. We look forward to connecting with you!

4.0

Apr 4, 2024

I like it here.

Behavioral therapist

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

I like my co-workers a lot.

Cons

The commute can be difficult.

FirstSteps for Kids Response

2y

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We appreciate your honesty and value your insights into your experience here at FirstSteps. We're delighted to hear that you enjoy working with your coworkers. Building a supportive and collaborative work environment is a top priority for us, and knowing that you have positive relationships with your colleagues is incredibly rewarding. Regarding the commute, we understand that it can sometimes be challenging. We are continuously exploring ways to support our employees in their job duties and would be happy to meet so we can evaluate your commute and find solutions to maximize your time spent helping your clients (and thereby minimize your commute). If you have any further suggestions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to our People Team. We're here to listen and support you. Thank you again for your contributions to our team and for sharing your thoughts!

4.0

Apr 2, 2024

Great company

Board certified behavior analyst (bcba)

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Pay well + commute compensation.

Cons

Scheduling can get wonky, so make sure you clearly dictate your scheduling needs.

FirstSteps for Kids Response

2y

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on your employment experience during your time here at FirstSteps. We're thrilled to hear that you value our compensation package! Providing competitive compensation and a meaningful benefits package overall is a priority for us, and we're glad to know that it made a positive impact on your experience. Should your situation change, we would love to welcome you back to your FirstSteps family! Regarding your feedback on scheduling, we understand that maintaining a consistent schedule is important for work-life balance and productivity. Your input is invaluable to us, and we wholeheartedly agree that clear and transparent communication about schedules is essential for our team's success and well-being. If you have further feedback or suggestions for improvement, please feel free to reach out to our People Team. We appreciate your dedication and welcome the opportunity to reconnect.

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Jobs at FirstSteps for Kids

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