Toxic work environment - Family Support Specialist Hively Employee Review

1.0
8 Jan 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Good mission. Helping families find child care and getting subsidies based on what they can afford.

Cons

The CEO is toxic. She's unqualified, has no idea what she's doing and she's made so many people quit or want to quit. It's gone downhill since she came and she is ruining the company. She forced out almost every older employee. She bullies the younger ones and everyone is afraid of her. It's really toxic.

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5.0
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Pros

Great collegues and meaningful work. Agency has growth mindset and strong healthy leadership. Good work life balance.

Cons

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2.0
22 Mar 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Flexible work schedules and supportive direct supervisors. Team members at the lower level are collaborative and genuinely care about the families they serve.

Cons

There appears to be a pattern of favoritism that impacts opportunities for growth and advancement. Observations within the workplace suggest that employees who are well connected receive more support and recognition, while others may struggle to receive guidance when needed. Workloads can increase significantly without adequate support, often framed as development opportunities. Interactions with upper management, particularly in the Pleasanton office, feel inconsistent with the organization’s stated values.

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