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Tree House Humane Society

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Tree House Humane Society Reviews

2.9

35% would recommend to a friend

(28 total reviews)

Raissa Allaire

33% approve of CEO

26% positive business outlook

Tree House Humane Society has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 28 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Tree House Humane Society employee rating is 22% below average for employers within the Non-profit and NGO industry (3.7 stars).

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28 reviews
2.0
16 Sept 2021
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

-Mission of helping homeless and working cats throughout Chicagoland. -Many coworkers were a joy to be around. -New building and VWC suite.

Cons

-Fundraisers beware, Tree House seemed unprepared for any significant fundraising activity. The database was incorrectly implemented, there are no fundraising portfolios, no built gift opportunities or prospects, and whatever metrics and goals are not rooted in data but are completely arbitrary. -At least from my own experience, I was not onboarded or trained for my role, and my experience was very-much a trial by fire which negatively colored my whole experience. -Morale across all teams was very low, evident by the long working hours, frequently understaffed teams, and low compensation (low even for nonprofit work). A gossiping and toxic culture, mixed with the low morale, leads directly to burnout and resentment.

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Tree House Humane Society Response
4y
Thank you for sharing your thoughts about your time at Tree House. We’re sorry you didn't have a great experience during your time here, and it's true that working at Tree House isn't for everyone. We are blessed to have a loyal and growing base of support and a strong track record of success. We continue to improve and develop our programs, and we ask staff to be comfortable with ambiguity and approach their work with an entrepreneurial spirit. We also recognize that the staff who thrive at Tree House build positive connections, lead with accountability, and operate honestly and respectfully. Related to your comments on technology, compensation, and onboarding, we are working hard in these areas and are looking to invest resources and launch new strategic initiatives to enhance them. Thank you again for taking the time to leave this review and we wish you the best in your career.
1.0
4 Sept 2023

Terrible Pay, Worse Treatment

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Work with animals Support a good cause Work alongside a great team (excluding management)

Cons

Be very wary of applying to a company with so many openings, as there is often a reason employees are fleeing. Upper management all make $100K+ while their entry level employees struggle to pay bills due to the terrible wages with few opportunities for raises or advancement. If you work here you will have no quality of life, because you’ll be expected to work long hours doing demanding work while barely making above minimum wage. Employee well-being is one of the lowest priorities of this organization.

2.0
1 Jul 2023
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Learned a lot and got to care for cats.

Cons

Poor management and high turnover

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Tree House Humane Society Response
2y
Thank you for sharing your perspective. We appreciate the opportunity you had to learn and care for cats during your 3+ years with us. We understand that you felt there were issues with management and turnover. We’re sorry to hear this. We prioritize effective management practices and strive to maintain high-performing teams at each level of management. While turnover is an inherent aspect of any organization, we make efforts to provide a supportive and fulfilling work environment for our employees. We appreciate your positive four-star and five-star ratings on Diversity and Inclusion, Compensation and Benefits, and Career Opportunities. It is essential to note that decisions regarding employment continuation are made based on various factors, including performance, skills, and the needs of the organization. While we regret that your employment with us did not continue as desired, we assure you that it was not due to arbitrary reasons such as reaching a certain pay rate. We value all our employees and their dedication to our cause. We appreciate your feedback and wish you the best in your future endeavors. Thank you for your 3+ years of service.
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