Understanding of mental health, but terrible work conditions. - Certified Peer Support Specialist RI International Employee Review

3.0
May 30, 2023
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Pros

RI International is very understanding that mental health days are a thing. They are also understanding that some of their workers are in poor health and require many appointments. The environment is casual and relaxed.

Cons

Staff is paid $2 an hour under the industry standard. Also, the Restart department has been forced to work in conditions with bedbugs, roaches, and rat infestations. Travel reimbursement is under 50¢ a mile. It is not disclosed to Restart employees upon hire that sex offenders are accepted into the program, and a site with all female staff has been sent sex offenders twice. Training in self-defense is opt-in only.

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5.0
Feb 24, 2026
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Pros

Every good time to work with

Cons

Limited increases, could have high turnovers

3.0
Jan 12, 2026
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Pros

Schedule, pay, and most of the teammates are good to work with. Can do what you want if you show up for work or even if you don't. Get to really help someone and have an impact on their life every now and then.

Cons

Bad leadership from the top down. No enforcement of policies and procedures other than the RI way which means almost no one gets turned away no matter how problematic they may be. Employees not held accountable for being late, missing work, not doing there job, etc. No room for advancement that's worth it. Most clients view it as a shelter.

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