Top 175 Workplace Award

HAMMER RESIDENCES RECEIVES THE TOP 175 WORKPLACE AWARD IN 2021!

By Tonya Steffen, Human Resources Generalist

For the 12th year in a row, Hammer has been named a Top Workplace by the Star Tribune. In 2021, Hammer had a participation rate of 62% from our total employee population, which is an increase of more than 16% over the prior years. To be eligible as a top workplace, employees were sent a confidential survey to tally the overall satisfaction rate in working for Hammer Residences.

How was employee engagement measured?

• Organization values, leadership, and culture • Job satisfaction, including total compensation, training, growth opportunities, and work/life balance • Employee motivation, desire to stay, and willingness to refer others to Hammer

What truly makes Hammer a Top Workplace and the best of the best to work for?

Hammer helps others live their lives to the fullest daily. Each employee, regardless of their role, comes to work with the commitment to support our individuals. Our engagement comes from a sense of purpose and direction for the people we care for. In return, Hammer Residences provides growth opportunities for employees, a generous benefit package and perks, including paid time off, the car repair program, and education grants for our employee population.

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Staff and individuals at Hammer's homes and apartments with a sign in their honor.

WHAT OUR EMPLOYEES SAY ABOUT HAMMER RESIDENCES:

Janessa Kohls, Plymouth Colony, Direct Support

Professional: “Hammer is an amazing place to work because it embodies its sense of mission in its daily activities. I came to Hammer because I was seeking a place where I could help people with differing abilities and needs to live and to thrive. Hammer has become an oasis because it has afforded me the opportunity and the training to be my best self as I serve the needs of our population.”

Siham Hami, Arrive, Direct Support

Professional: “Hammer is a place of acceptance and acknowledgment. I've been grateful to have been with Hammer for the past 4 years and it gets hard to imagine working elsewhere. I truly love being a part of the Hammer family!”

Kelly Bosch, Central Office, Program Director:

“Hammer is such an amazing place to work because of the staff, flexibility, and rewarding work with the people we support. Hammer really values their staff, and it’s apparent from the big smiles you get when you see them (behind the masks!), or the recognition you receive for the work you do. It’s easy to work for such an amazing group of people, and it’s no surprise we are in our 12th year for “Top Workplace” by the Star Tribune!”

Malik Mohamud, Cedarwood, Program Manager:

"From the moment you step into a Hammer program until you head home for the day you can feel the family environment. The managers and the directors are so easy to approach, and the HR team does a great job of making you feel heard. A great place to work and feel safe in time of adversity!”

Staff and individuals at Hammer’s homes and apartments celebrating the Top Workplace award. GARLAND