Pros
Working with MRDD was very rewarding. The consumers become your extended family. They look for you and ask when they will see you again. You grow to love them and will get attached. When you see them smile and progress on things you have worked with them on it is a feeling money can't buy.
Cons
You will not be compensated for your long term employment with this company. People that still work their make pennies above minimum wage after being there 10+years. If you call off, you better have a Dr.'s excuse and even that sometimes will not suffice. I would not recommend this job as a long term career field or to anyone I love. The friction with management was unbearable at times. If you happen to get hurt on the job, your days are numbered too. Unfortunately, they will always have a high turnover because of the lack of respect and appreciation for their employees. The saddest part is that it ultimately affects the consumers in my opinion. Also, you may get mandated as you are at the time clock getting ready to leave for your shift, not good if you have children, plans, or other obligations.