site supervisor

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administrateur de bureau

project coordinator

volunteer coordinator

Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington

Very ancient way of doing things at this establishment. Which leads to a numerous amount of confusion both on the side of the retail staff, and management. Depending on your role you will be asked  to do things that are not in the realm of the job you will be hired to do. For example make trips to other stores (no reimbursement), lift over the actual legal limit with very little help and tools you need (forklift, sicssor lift, or even enough pump carts), not to mention the amount of people you’ll have to train without fully being trained or once again receiving reimbursement. Management is out of touch with the pulse of the store - given that some of them have personal shares in the company this doesn’t make sense. One would think they would be able to at least check and see how things are developing so that decisions can be made that help the entire culture of the store - which in turn will help sales which goes to building those homes. While the idea of what is supposed to be accomplished (building homes for the less fortunate) will help you go home and feel somewhat better about your days, it’s overshadowed by the seemingly endless amount of unfair work, poor communication and culture. As an employee you will be told how much it costs to build one of these homes. One thing you will not be told is how much money most of the people in the affiliate are making. Which wouldn’t matter in most cases, except in this work environment there is an emphasis on sales targets being met on a daily basis because of the homes that need building. If you’re looking for a pay cheque this is a great place to work. But if you want to work in a place with realistic expectations and a positive work culture everyday I would recommend staying far away from this place.

The work culture is depressing at this organization, where you would expect an uplifting, positive environment.  It was confusing, disorganized and toxic culture.  Like many, I was misled by the interviewers who were dishonest in stating it was a positive work-life balance with many opportunities, good culture, all reflective of the work of HFHWDG.  Many of employees left good long-tenured employment at other reputable organizations to work at HFHWDG, a shocking and depressing experience.  Similar to my experience, co-workers resigned or were terminated within a year.  The Executive Director is dishonest, wasteful and sadly horrible with employees. Similar to others, I really cannot understand why Habitat for Humanity Guelph is in this kind of condition, and why it isn't more transparent with respect to the culture and financials?

I should have taken previous employees advice and not accepted a job here. Sadly, if you value your mental health and self-worth, do not work at Habitat for Humanity Guelph Wellington Dufferin, unless there are serious changes in leadership.

This place is a very disorganized and "toxic" work place.
The CEO is a very dishonest and "two faced" individual who is hard to work with.
Interview painted a different picture about work place culture and opportunities.
Many have either resigned or were terminated within the first year.
Stay away and do not engage.
It is a shame that the institution is does stand for helping, but under this CEO's leadership, it is not.
It appears that the CEO is just riding out a good wage and benefits to suit own needs.

Habitat for Humanity is an extraordinary cause. Those that dedicate their time, passion and professional experience as employees are valued and appreciated by management. Management also encourages professional development, work-life balance, and collaboration. 

Staff seem to feel genuinely connected to the cause and supportive of each other. The most enjoyable part of the job is knowing that together, were working as a team in support of an important mission.

Unfortunately, I agree with the other reviews of the Guelph HfH.  Things are done in an inefficient manner, leadership focuses on small things, culture is non-existent (really, you have to work here to believe it), and rarely do you see someone who seems the least bit happy here.  

Very poor culture, negative work environment, staff work in silo rather than as a team, micro managing is a huge issue. Time management is poor any initiative becomes over systimized, over analyzed and as a result does not come into fruition. Affiliate lacks direction and as a result of all of the aforementioned comments, there is high turnover.

Never have I worked for such a terrible company. Stay away .  They they hide behind their name and the fact that they are a charity to try and cover their glaring inadequacies. Highest turn over rate of anywhere I've worked. Your money spent to build affordable homes? Ask what the big dogs salary is for this altruistic non profit.

The morale and culture in this office are some of the worst I have witnessed. Management is tone deaf to their staffs needs. Very sad for an organization that is supposed to be empathetic and supportive of community. If any outsiders saw how the office and restore work they would be appalled. Do not work here.

This was the worst job I have ever had. Major problems with management, micromanagement, rude and disrespectful behaviour from from "leaders".  Entire staff is miserable. This affiliate needs an overhaul. I am in shock that these working conditions have gone as they have for so long. Do not apply for ANY job in the office here.

Poorly run, revolving door for all employees, except for "CEO".  Not the best fundraising practices, leaves a lot out of the explanation of the "bonds" that they are selling.  Only built 50 homes in the last 30 years, something doesn't add up.

Worst leadership from CEO that I've ever been part of.

Top Job Titles	Average salary
Site supervisor 2 salaries reported	$85,000 per year
Driver 2 salaries reported	$19.50 per hour
Administrateur de bureau 3 salaries reported	$66,500 per year
Project coordinator 2 salaries reported	$60,855 per year
Volunteer coordinator 1 salary reported	$59,377 per year

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