Working at St. Mary’s Home is meaningful, but it’s also demanding. If you have a career in pediatric residential care, you understand. Our staff care for children with complex medical and developmental needs, and that kind of responsibility isn’t easy.
And yet, many of our team members have been been with us for a long time. They grow here. They build careers here. They form deep connections here.
Here are five reasons our staff tell us they continue to show up, even on the hard days…
1. You’re Never Doing Your Work Alone
One of the biggest fears people have when considering this kind of role is feeling overwhelmed or unsupported. At St. Mary’s Home, collaboration isn’t a buzzword, it’s one of our core values.
Care is shared across the multidisciplinary teams. Supervisors are present. Questions are welcomed. In critical moments, there is always someone nearby who understands the work and is ready to help.
Our staff often say the difference here is that they are absolutely supported, not just expected to “figure it out.”
2. The Impact of Your Work Is Immediate and Real
Progress doesn’t always look dramatic, and it doesn’t have to. Between our direct care professionals and residents, this looks like:
- Placing a hand on their arm to calm and soothe
- Giving them to confidence to propel their own wheelchair
- Making a connection with a family and becoming a trusted part of that individual’s team
Staff stay because they can see the impact of their work in real time. They know the care they provide matters, even when the wins are quiet.
“We get to see progress no matter how small – it’s deeply powerful. There is no better place!” ~Serena Johnson
3. You’re Trained, Supported, and Set Up for Success
No one is expected to come in knowing everything.
We invest in your onboarding, ongoing training, and mentorship because confidence comes from preparation. Whether you’re new to healthcare or bringing years of experience, learning never stops here.
As one of our valuable staff members, you’ll grow your skills, expand your knowledge, and become a stronger professional because you are given the tools and time to do so.
“There is not a more important goal for an organization than the training, development, and empowerment of their team members.” ~Benjamin Jacob, Director of Talent Development
4. Your Voice Matters Here
The people doing the work every day have valuable insight, and we listen.
Staff are encouraged to share ideas, speak up, and help shape how care is delivered. When challenges arise, we build solutions together. This culture of respect and communication is one of the reasons many team members choose to stay long-term.
Feeling heard makes a difference, and it makes us all better.
“The work matters, but it’s the people who keep me here. St. Mary’s feels less like a job and more like a place where you belong and are valued.” ~Diane Taylor
5. The People Make It Worth It
Ask any staff member why they stay, and the answer often comes back to the residents we serve.
Their personalities. Their resilience. Their humor. Their growth.
The relationships built here are genuine, and they remind our team why this work matters. Supporting these young people is a responsibility our staff take seriously and carry with pride.
“The smiles, joy, the positive impact that we bring to the kids on a daily basis keeps me working here.” ~Johnese Jones-Sykes
Thinking About Joining Our Team?
This work is meaningful, supported, and deeply human.
If you’re looking for a place where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your team has your back, St. Mary’s Home may be the right place for you.