Great launch pad - Executive Director Restoring Justice Employee Review

Do not be misguided by the decent salary & benefits

This is not an organization anyone should work for - whether you're an attorney, social worker, or intern. The organization is led by a CEO who does not have management skills and takes any feedback personally and responds with anger. There is no organizational vision - it shifts constantly based on what the CEO wants to do and what kind of mood he's in. Despite being a social justice organization, important things like following the ethical rules, professionalism, and respect for all (especially employees) - are completely disregarded. Approximately 75% of employees left the organization within one year of working there due to the terrible work environment created by the CEO and Board of Directors. Legal interns who worked directly under the CEO reported being asked to do things that violated the professional code of ethics. In short - do not work here.

You’re generously compensated to put up with the toxic work environment.

No structure. Poor leadership. Unrealistic expectations. The CEO is woefully inexperienced and inept. Not only does he lack managerial experience, but he is also highly emotional, resistant to feedback, and out of touch with the organization’s real needs. When met with criticism, he becomes defensive and is quick to retaliate. The “board” is a complete farce. The members are mostly the CEO’s friends (including his wife!) and act as his personal cheerleaders. There is no oversight whatsoever. I wouldn’t trust him to be the manger of the local McDonald’s. If you’re thinking about working here, don’t. Oh and what ever they tell you in your interview is a lie.