Certifynd ABA

Catalyst Behavior Solutions - HQ

place Sioux Falls, SD 51-200 employees

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This company is backed by private equity (Pharos Capital Group (Family Treatment Network))

Private equity ownership may impact company culture, benefits, and long-term stability. Review employee sentiment and risk analysis carefully.

shield Overall Risk Level

warning Medium Risk

Risk Flags

flagPE-backed via Pharos Capital Group's Family Treatment Network (acquired Dec 2020)
flagEmployee reviews cite inconsistent management practices and frequent unannounced policy changes
flagReports of staff being asked to continue sessions with sick clients

Ethical Concerns

policySome reviews describe blame-shifting onto staff for client behavior incidents
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psychology Employee Sentiment

6.8

out of 10

thumb_up Common Praises

  • add_circle Meaningful, mission-driven work with children affected by autism
  • add_circle Supportive and friendly coworker team culture
  • add_circle Paid 40-hour RBT training that prepares staff to pass the RBT exam
  • add_circle Supervisors actively promote the ethics code and work-life balance
  • add_circle Sign-on bonuses and staff recognition/monetary rewards program

thumb_down Common Complaints

  • remove_circle Management shows minimal respect for staff and places blame on staff for client behaviors
  • remove_circle Policies and rules change frequently without official communication
  • remove_circle Pay is considered insufficient by many staff, particularly RBTs
  • remove_circle Poor HR/manager communication with front-line RBTs
  • remove_circle Illness policy was vague, with staff reportedly told to continue running programs with sick children