For the 14th year in a row, Mercy Home for Boys & Girls was named a Top Workplaces by the Chicago Tribune. The award was announced in a special section of the Chicago Tribune this month.
This recognition is based entirely on employee feedback gathered through a confidential, third-party survey administered and analyzed by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The survey uniquely measures 15 culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization including alignment, execution, and connection, just to name a few.
The same survey that yielded our 14th consecutive overall Chicago Top Workplace honor also earned the Home several culture excellence and industry awards this year, including distinctions for professional development and appreciation, and recognition as a top nonprofit nationally.
Mercy Home remains distinct among others on the list of top Chicago workplaces for its longevity. The organization has been named a top workplace every year since it first participated in 2012, when the program was just in its third year. Only five of the companies listed this year have appeared longer.
“Being named a Top Workplace year after year means so much because it reflects the voices, values, and experience of our coworkers,” said Mercy Home President and CEO Fr. Scott Donahue. “Their feedback speaks volumes about the way we support one another and work together to provide the very best care for the young people and families who depend on us. They are the reason we continue to earn this distinction, and I am deeply grateful.”
Energage CEO Eric Rubino praised the organizations whose employees put them on the Top Workplaces list. “Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.”
Feedback from the survey consistently shows that the mission-based culture at Mercy Home and opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others play a significant role in what attracts, retains, and keeps coworkers engaged.
“My own experience of more than 35 years at Mercy Home has shown me what a truly unique place this is to come to every day,” Fr. Scott said. “Our reputation and the incredible mission we share continue to draw caring, compassionate people to join us in providing the best care possible for those who turn to us for help. It’s truly God’s work.”
Mercy Home continues to reach out to qualified professionals throughout our area to consider applying for open positions, particularly as we work to care for more young people at the Home in the years to come. “The need to extend our support to more children and families remains as critical as ever,” Fr. Scott said. “Anyone looking for a place to make a real difference in young lives while building their careers, they should consider opportunities at Mercy Home for Boys & Girls.”
To determine the Top Workplaces, the Chicago Tribune invited Energage to conduct and analyze confidential surveys of more than 100,000 Chicago-area employees, including our Mercy Home coworkers. The results determined the top-ranking small, mid-sized, and large organizations in the area. Mercy Home again earned its spot among mid-sized organizations, which was defined as those employing between 250-999 people.
