California Rural Indian Health Board Reviews

I joined California Rural Indian Health Board because I believed deeply in the mission and the importance of serving Native communities. Unfortunately, the reality of the position did not align with how the role was presented. The workload was overwhelming and poorly scoped, with constantly shifting priorities and little strategic direction. Expectations were high, but support, onboarding, and clear leadership were lacking. Communication across teams felt disorganized, and decisions were often reactive rather than thoughtful or planned. Despite the organization’s mission-driven exterior, the internal culture felt stressful and unsustainable. Burnout was common, boundaries were not respected, and there was an expectation to “figure it out” without proper tools, training, or resources. Feedback was limited, and there was little room for professional growth or constructive dialogue. Management did not consistently advocate for staff, and accountability felt uneven. The role required wearing many hats without adequate compensation or recognition, making it difficult to feel valued or successful long term. I truly believe in the importance of Native health advocacy, but this position made it challenging to do meaningful work without sacrificing personal well-being. I would not recommend this role to someone seeking a supportive, well-structured environment. Pros Important mission Passionate coworkers who care deeply about the communities served Cons Poor leadership and direction Chronic overwork and burnout Lack of support, training, and clarity Misalignment between values and internal practices

Poor Management, no raises, what they pay for the work you do is low.