Life at McKinley
McKinley is more than a workplace. Our team comes together through compassion, connection, and shared purpose—creating brighter futures for youth, families, and one another.
Explore CareersOur Culture | We Are HUMAN
At McKinley, our culture starts with people. We live by our HUMAN principles—Hopeful, Understanding, Moral, Awesome, and Nurturing—in everything we do. These values guide how we support each other, serve families, and help create positive change across our community.
For 3 years in a row, McKinley has been certified as a Great Place to Work.
Below are just a few reasons why:
- 80% of our leadership have been promoted from within
- 90% of McKinley team members believe their work makes a positive impact
- 86% of McKinley team members feel supported by leadership
A Great Place to Work
A career with us is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to grow, contribute, and be part of a mission that truly matters. We are committed to creating a workplace where people are supported, empowered, and inspired to reach their full potential. McKinley’s culture is built on investing in our team, recognizing their contributions, and creating meaningful advancement pathways. When you join McKinley, you become part of a community that values your development as much as the impact we make together.
A certified great place to work
McKinley is proud to be recognized as a certified Great Place to Work—an honor based directly on feedback from the people who know us best: our employees. This recognition reflects more than just a title—it shows that our workplace values compassion, accountability, and collaboration. We know that building brighter futures for youth starts with supporting the people who make our mission possible.
“Great Place to Work”
Rating:
Team Engagement Specialist: Current Employee (> 1 year)
Date: January 24, 2025
Rating: 5.0
Pros: The experience has been excellent so far; the author appreciates each department and the site’s team culture. People are friendly and truly value the work they are doing.
“Great Work Culture”
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Instructional Assistant: Current Employee (1+ year)
Date: April 26, 2024
Rating: 5.0
Pros: I have been with McKinley for over a year now, and I have to say I have enjoyed my position and the team I work with! I enjoy the hours and feel like I am supported in my role. My supervisor and leadership check in and make me feel heard and seen.
“A Thriving Environment of Support & Growth“
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Administration: Current Employee (3+ years)
Date: January 11, 2024
Rating: 5.0
Pros: The leadership team is committed to growth and acting on employee feedback, leading to beneficial organizational changes. The environment encourages collaboration and a shared sense of purpose.
“Gold Star of Companies”
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Mental Health Clinician: Current Employee (1+ year)
Date: July 28, 2023
Rating: 5.0
Pros: The Director is a professional and supportive individual who provides helpful feedback regarding clients’ service or professional needs. The company has more than competitive benefits that support the needs of employees. The company provides training that supports state and individual needs.
More Than a Workplace
Living Our HUMAN Principles
Where Connection Meets Community
I am committed to supporting McKinley team members in fostering camaraderie and collaboration. From organizing onboarding week escape games that engage team members with McKinley’s history, to facilitating art and team-building exercises, and coordinating our end-of-year Holiday celebration to recognize team members’ achievements, I strive to create an environment where every individual feels valued. My goal is to cultivate a workplace culture that truly embodies our HUMAN principles. – Noah