Overall Risk Level
warning Medium Risk
Risk Flags
flagPrivate-equity backed (currently Leonard Green & Partners); part of a roll-up that has changed PE ownership multiple times since 2014 (Shore Capital Partners/Beverly Capital -> Five Arrows/Rothschild & Co -> Leonard Green & Partners)
flagOriginal brand fully absorbed into a much larger multi-state network (The Stepping Stones Group) via 2021 acquisition; original website now redirects and no longer represents an independently operated company
flagEmployee reviews report inconsistent management quality and communication across the parent company's locations
flagAggressive multi-state acquisition strategy (15+ acquisitions since 2014) typical of PE roll-ups, which can pressure staffing and support consistency
Ethical Concerns
policyOne isolated review alleged inappropriate handling of personal belongings during a termination; unverified and not corroborated elsewhere
BBB RatingNot found
Employee Sentiment
6.8
out of 10
Management7.0
Culture7.0
Flexibility7.0
Compensation7.0
Career Development7.0
thumb_up Common Praises
- add_circle Supportive, inclusive team culture
- add_circle Meaningful work with children and students
- add_circle Flexible scheduling (full-time/part-time/contract)
- add_circle Competitive pay noted by several reviewers
- add_circle Responsive onboarding and clinical support staff
thumb_down Common Complaints
- remove_circle Inconsistent management quality across locations
- remove_circle Communication breakdowns between staff and leadership
- remove_circle Limited professional development / advancement opportunities
- remove_circle Inadequate benefits or holiday pay for some contract roles
- remove_circle Reports of abrupt terminations at some locations