Human Resources Development Institute Reviews

Was excited for the position initially, but found the work environment to be toxic with a lack of professionalism and respect. Efforts to address the issues are discouraged by higher-ups. Attitudes are poor, with normalized toxicity leading to gossip, bullying, and gaslighting among staff. Little comradery and inflated egos are prevalent. #### Toxic Work Environment Alert: Beware Before Applying As a former employee of HRDI, I feel compelled to share my experience to alert prospective applicants about the concerning culture rampant within the company. From the outset, it's essential to address the elephant in the room: higher-up's behavior. Contrary to any notion of higher-ups, the individuals in these roles perpetuate a toxic atmosphere through their enabling of abusive conduct. I learned pretty early on that rather than fostering a supportive environment, they resort to belittling and bullying tactics, even going so far as to dismiss genuine concerns, encouraging individuals to change their approach, and enable abusive, and inappropriate behavior from staff. This archaic and damaging rhetoric only serves to erode morale and create an atmosphere of fear and insecurity. Despite numerous reports to a few higher-ups, which escalated all the way to the, concerning situations remained unchanged. The failure of leadership to address these issues pointed out speaks volumes about the organization's priorities and values—or lack thereof. It's disheartening to witness a lack of accountability at the highest levels, allowing such behavior to persist unchecked, or providing band aid solutions for deeply problematic issues. Rather than addressing problematic staff, the solution presented was to wait to rehire competent staff, and then more would be done to address presenting issues. Furthermore, it's evident that opportunities for advancement are not based on merit or competence but rather on one's willingness to comply with the status quo. Nepotism and favoritism run rampant, with promotions seemingly reserved for those who either blindly adhere to directives or have personal connections to individuals in positions of authority. Such a system not only stifles professional growth but also breeds resentment and disillusionment among capable employees who are overlooked in favor of less qualified candidates. The concerning nature of these relationships extends beyond mere favoritism, with instances of higher-ups pacifying the extremely inappropriate behavior of long-term subordinates; allowing them to overstep, and undermine new leads. Such behavior of allowing staff to disrespect authority figures, and grossly breaking the chain of command, not only violates professional boundaries but also creates an environment ripe for violating hierarchy, and creating a sense of further distrust and undermining. In conclusion, I write this review not out of spite but as a cautionary tale for those considering employment with HRDI. Despite any superficial allure the company may present, the reality of its toxic work culture should give pause to any prospective applicant, specifically at their crisis center. I implore you to heed this warning and think twice before subjecting yourself to an environment that prioritizes conformity over integrity and rewards sycophancy over competence. Your well-being and professional growth deserve better than what HRDI has to offer.

Long-term employment but as a "state/granted funded" organization, the company itself does not promote growth through education nor salary. When comparing a pay stub from 2008 the gross pay was different, but the net pay was closely the same. The company does not pay into benefits enough to make a difference in what you bring home, which is not sustainable to live. How is it that you can work 80hrs, have health insurance, life etc. through your employer, but need to have either a second job or public assistance to make ends meet? There aren't any educational benefits and being already in debt for other college courses is not a feasible option.