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      Too much paperwork - Youth Therapist Vista Maria Employee Review

      2.0
      24 Aug 2016
      Youth therapist
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      I really enjoyed the chance to work with the girls. Seeing how they interacted with their parents and siblings during family counseling gave me a lot of information about what was going on within the family. I loved running groups whether they were fun ones, like making Christmas ornaments, or something more serious like anger management.

      Cons

      The sheer amount of paperwork and the expectation that my direct supervisor had that I would understand immediately what she wanted done. Different counties had different expectations and it was a lot to manage. You could easily work 12 hour days when you first start because you don't know how to fit everything in. It turns out, I was expected to count things like going to court with a youth or going to their psychiatric appointment as being their therapy session for the week. How is that therapy?

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      Vista Maria Response
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      We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review. It is great to hear that you enjoyed connecting with our youth and providing them with the best care possible. We know it takes a lot to move a youth from trauma to triumph. At all times we encourage open communication with our employees and provide multiple avenues for recommendations. We understand that you did not have the best experience and will make sure that feedback goes to upper management.

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      5.0
      2 Jun 2026
      Onboarding coordinator
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Vista Maria has been in the business of caring for families since 1883, doing the hard work and heart work of supporting youth that are in peril. In the process, its mission of demonstrating mercy and compassion, individual worth, reconciliation and zeal have the potential to continue to do great things for the community. I have never held another position where I felt more like a family member entrusted with the care of those around me. I have also never held another position where I fully intended to retire from.

      Cons

      Having to switch gears for its primary programming presents challenges for any agency, and Vista has taken it all in stride.

      3.0
      28 May 2026
      Youth specialist
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      The job itself was not bad; it was an easy job however you must love what you do. The pay was low for the type of work you did.

      Cons

      They closed down due to allegations.

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