Pros
The families and patient population. The other staff occupational therapists are helpful, kind, and willing to work as a team.
Kontras
The policies at Timber Ridge are designed to micromanage and control employees. There is minimal flexibility, and the hours are long. The high productivity rate often leads to therapist burnout and poor work-life balance. The bonuses are difficult to achieve, and last-minute cancellations do not count toward your productivity/you do not get compensated for cancellations. When you do bring up concerns regarding your physical health and your schedule, it is often disregarded without legitimate change. Be cautious of what you sign when you first start. Many of my previous colleagues were pressured into signing a non-compete contract, which requires giving two months' notice before resigning; otherwise, you owe a fee per day if you leave before the two-month mark. However, you can be let go with just a one-week warning and no severance pay. The benefits are minimal. There is no sick time included in PTO, and you don't begin accruing PTO until the four-month mark. The turnover rate is extremely high, and there is limited room for growth in terms of raises or leadership positions with a pay increase. Prior to departing Timber Ridge, it was difficult to maintain a positive and professional relationship with the clinic manager as I was confronted with pettiness. Towards the end of my time at Timber Ridge, hours I worked were omitted from my paychecks. Overall, I would not recommend working at Timber Ridge due to the toxic work environment, high burnout rate, and policies in place.