(JULY 30, 2024 – ROCHESTER, NY) Jewish Home has been certified as a Great Place to Work® for the fifth time. The Great Place to Work Institute is an independent research and consulting firm which is the global authority on high-trust and high-performance workplace cultures. Certification is based on confidential employee feedback surveys; and recognizes employers who create an outstanding employee experience. Employee feedback and analysis helps job seekers identify companies that offer a great culture. An anonymous Jewish Home employee commented, “I generally feel supported. It’s a very positive and encouraging environment for all cultures and ways of life.”
“This year’s survey results showed the tremendous sense of pride and accomplishment that employees feel working at Jewish Home,” says Christine Van Vessem, Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Quality. She continues, “We received high scores affirming that employees feel good about the ways we contribute to our community, and that their work is more than just a job. They also responded positively about the many resources and opportunities available for career development and advancement—such as our Career Ladder and Nurse Aide Training Programs.”
“We are incredibly fortunate to have such dedicated and committed employees who provide high-quality, compassionate care to the people we serve,” said Michael S. King, President and CEO. He adds, “It’s an honor that they choose to work for Jewish Home and have continued to make this a Great Place to Work® for the past five years!”
Jewish Home is one of the largest non-profit employers in Rochester with over 1000 employees. Additional high marks were received in workplace safety, employee appreciation and recognition, fair treatment, and respect for individuality.
About Jewish Home:
Established in 1920 and serving people of all faiths and ethnic backgrounds, Jewish Home is Rochester’s only Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC). Guided by the values of honoring family and aging in place, Jewish Home offers all levels of care on a single campus—from independent living to skilled nursing care. Recognized for high quality and customer satisfaction, Jewish Home has CARF International accreditation and has been certified as a Great Place to Work® since 2020. For more information, visit www.jewishhomeroc.org or on social media at @jewishhomeroc.
