Best Places to Work in Maine

42 B E S T P L A C E S TO W O R K 2 0 2 1 LARGE EMPLOYER CATEGORY (250 OR MORE U.S. EMPLOYEES) Hancock Lumber Hancock Lumber has an incentive bonus program that's designed to be a real part of the compensation pack- age. The company recognizes positive behaviors in teamwork, safety and respectfulness and passes out go-cards from local stores like Subway, Dunkin Donuts and Hannaford. Annual health screen- ings include cholesterol, glucose and blood pres- sure. Offering five health plans, the company pays between 70% and 100% for the entire family. A 401(k) match is 100% vested immediately and deposited weekly throughout the year. Every year, an Employee of the Year is awarded at every location or facility. Years of Ser- vice awards include gifts, plaques and newsletter communication. The High Five Club offers peer-to-peer recognition. hancocklumber.com # 12 BETTER TOGETHER MENTAL HEALTH & SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER SPECIALISTS CONNECT WITH US in www.kbhmaine.org 1-888-322-2136 KENNEBEC BEHAVIORAL HEALTH is honored to be named one of the Best Places to Work in Maine! We couldn't do it without our incredible staff who work each day to improve the lives and mental wellbeing of adults, children and families in our community! At KBH, we are better together! Kennebec B E H A V I O R A L H E A L T H Do your employees take pride in what you do? Stop guessing and nd out. AN EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM BESTPLACESTOWORKME.COM Plan now to join the best of the best and prove that your business is a Best Place to Work in Maine. Look for registration to open Spring 2022! 2021 Kennebec Behavioral Health Kennebec Behavioral Health main- tains a positive, supportive culture that's the foundation for its programs and services – and also for employees. Benefits the employees value include support from leadership and team members, health and wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, paid time off including volunteer time, and fun gatherings. The KBH Connection team has worked to reach out to staff during COVID, with surprises such as sending out ice cream sundae kits for every staff member and a package with chocolates and a seed packet to plant flowers for Valentine's Day. For each benchmark anniversary, KBH recognizes employees with a card from Senior Management, a monetary gift and a certificate. This year KBH also hosted a virtual Escape Room! kbhmaine.org NFI North The NFI North philosophy centers around the Normative Community Ap- proach, which promotes a safe, caring and respectful environment that nur- tures growth. The approach establishes a process for evaluation and feedback that allows everyone to have a voice allow- ing employees to become invested stakeholders in the organization. A high percentage of leadership within the organization has been promoted from within. Fostering work/life balance, the agency offers a four-day workweek and the option to work from home. For employees interested in advancing their management and leadership skills, the organization provides a six-month leadership program. NFI North's tuition reimbursement helps make it possible for employees and any family member to obtain an associate or bachelor degree at an extremely low cost. nfinorth.com # 10 # 11

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